Archive for March 9, 2017

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By Adelaide Mena,Mary Farrow

Can we delete death? Transhumanism's lofty goal meets a Catholic response

It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie – being able to “upload” our minds to computers to live... Read more

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More than 200 Korean martyrs are up for beatification

The first Bishop of Pyongyang, an American born-bishop, and numerous priests and laity are among the 213 who could be... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

She grew up in the art world – now she's leading the Vatican museums

Barbara Jatta, the newest director of the Vatican museums, and the first woman to hold the position, said that working... Read more

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Conditions lamented as seven Argentine inmates die in fire

The deaths of seven inmates in a fire at a police station in Pergamino, Argentina has brought renewed criticisms of... Read more

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Holy-wood: How one priest supports 'truth, beauty and goodness' in film

The path to priesthood doesn’t often include stops on the sets of soap operas.  Read more

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Arizona State University to hold first Pregnant on Campus Week

The Students for Life Group at Arizona State University is planning the nation’s first Pregnant on Campus Week to offer... Read more

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By Mary Farrow

Where it's OK to eat corned beef on St. Patrick's Day this Lent

If you’re an Irish Catholic (or any Catholic) living in the United States, you will need to check with your... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

NY archdiocese defends right to make hiring decisions

The Archdiocese of New York argued before a federal circuit court this week that it should have the freedom to... Read more

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Muhammad Ali's family speaks up on religious freedom after airport detainment

Family members of boxing great Muhammed Ali say they were detained at an airport for their religion and have linked... Read more