Archive for December 7, 2010

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Rep. Driehaus files defamation lawsuit over SBA List’s abortion funding claims

Outgoing congressman Steve Driehaus (D-Ohio) has filed a federal defamation lawsuit against the Susan B. Anthony List, charging that the... Read more

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By Marianne Medlin

Catholics weigh in on teens' excessive use of Facebook, texting

A new study linking teen's excessive use of Facebook and texting to alcohol abuse and sexual activity has ignited discussion... Read more

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Archbishop encourages trust in God following devastating Colombian landslide

Archbishop Ricardo Tobon Restrepo of Medellin, Colombia expressed sadness and solidarity following the country's recent landslide that has killed 17... Read more

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Archbishop denounces chaos, fear in wake of Christian couple’s murder

Chaldean-Catholic Archbishop Louis Sako of Kirkuk, Iraq has expressed regret over the climate of chaos, fear and confusion following the... Read more

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Chinese officials forcing bishops to attend state-church meetings

Two of the Chinese government's “Catholic associations” are meeting from Dec. 7-9, with many bishops loyal to the Vatican reportedly... Read more

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Congress slated to vote on controversial DREAM Act this week

Democratic leader Sen. Harry Reid (D-Nev.) moved on Dec. 6 to end discussion on a controversial bill that would grant citizenship to many children brought... Read more

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Swiss bishops denounce 'hostility' toward Christian symbols

The Swiss bishops have issued a statement denouncing the government's recent hostility toward Christian symbols in public places. Read more

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Ahead of new Narnia movie, actor’s comments on Aslan cause controversy

Actor Liam Neeson, the voice of the lion Aslan in the latest Narnia film, has drawn criticism for saying the... Read more