Archive for February 23, 2013

Mike Candrea speaks to the media in Beijing, China. Photo courtesy of ASA/USA Softball.?w=200&h=150

A gold medal for his faith

When coaches and athletes are preparing to head to the Olympic Games, they certainly long for the thrill of victory... Read more

Saverio Petrillo, director of the pontifical villas at Castel Gandolfo. File photo CNA.?w=200&h=150

Castel Gandolfo prepares to receive first retired Pope

Residents of the town that is home to the Pope’s summer residence say they are happy Pope Benedict is returning... Read more

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US report shows increase in sexually-transmitted infections

New governmental reports on sexual behavior in America show significant rises in both sexually-transmitted infections and use of emergency contraception... Read more

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Pope spends final retreat exploring truth, beauty connection

Benedict XVI finished his final Lenten spiritual exercises as Pope by thanking his collaborators for support and help these last... Read more

Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan is greeted by his brother cardinals at the Feb. 18, 2012 consistory in St. Peter's Basilica. CNA file photo.?w=200&h=150

Vatican slams media for trying to influence papal vote

As the conclave to elect a new Pope approaches, the media has ramped up its speculation about why the Pope... Read more