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Dr. Charles P. Nemeth, director of the Center for Criminal Justice, Law, & Ethics engaging with students at Franciscan University of Steubenville

New criminal justice program in Steubenville ‘rooted in the Catholic tradition’

Mar 7, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Franciscan University of Steubenville, founded in 1946, announced the launch of the program in a press release last month. Read more

Cardinal John Dew in 2016.

New Zealand Cardinal Dew denies allegations amid Vatican investigation into alleged abuse

Mar 7, 2024

By AC Wimmer

The inquiry was launched after a police investigation concluded without charges. Read more

U.S. President Joe Biden is shown here delivering his 2023 State of the Union address before a joint session of the United States Congress.

Biden expected to emphasize his support for abortion in State of the Union address

Mar 7, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

The guest list from First Lady Jill Biden and Democratic lawmakers suggests tonight’s State of the Union address will promote... Read more

Cristiana Dell’Anna portrays Mother Cabrini in “Cabrini,” a gripping account of the genesis and early years of the saint’s mission in NewYork City.

‘Cabrini’ actress Cristiana Dell’Anna shares importance of role: ‘It wasn’t just an acting job’

Mar 7, 2024

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

The new movie about the story St. Frances Xavier Cabrini will be released by Angel Studios on International Women’s Day,... Read more

Sts. Perpetua and Felicity.

10 little-known facts about the early visionary St. Perpetua and her companion St. Felicity

Mar 7, 2024

By Jimmy Akin

As the Church celebrates the feast of Sts. Perpetua and Felicity on March 7, here are some interesting things to... Read more

The small group of Germans peacefully praying for an end to abortion were accosted March 1, 2024, by some 20 assailants wearing hoodies who shouted in their faces, harassing them, mocking them, insulting them, provoking them, and intimidating them with aggressive behavior.

Pro-abortion activists aggressively harass peaceful pro-life prayer vigil in Germany

Mar 6, 2024

By Walter Sánchez Silva

A lawyer and executive director of 40 Days for Life International denounced a March 1 attack by abortion activists on... Read more

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Republican attorneys general threaten YouTube over ‘misleading’ label on pro-life videos

Mar 6, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

A letter to a Google executive Neal Mohan said the labels violate the First Amendment and spread “false” information about... Read more

Quebec Cardinal Gérald Lacroix speaks at the International Eucharistic Congress in Budapest, Hungary, Sept. 7, 2021.

Pope Francis names retired judge to investigate sex abuse charges against Canadian cardinal

Mar 6, 2024

By Walter Sánchez Silva

The Archdiocese of Quebec has announced that Pope Francis has ordered an investigation into the accusations of sexual abuse against... Read more

A bill granting protections for IVF procedures is heading to the desk of Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey.

Pro-life groups urge Alabama governor to veto IVF bill

Mar 6, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The bill, already passed by both the Alabama House and Senate, gives blanket immunity to IVF providers for the “damage... Read more

Monsignor Aurelio Gazzera, coadjutor bishop-elect of the Diocese of Bangassou in the Central African Republic.

Bishop-elect in Central African Republic vows to foster peace through dialogue with rebel groups

Mar 6, 2024

By Magdalene Kahiu

Monsignor Aurelio Gazzera of the Diocese of Bangassou hopes to become a “symbol of peace” as armed groups continue to... Read more

United States Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, on his way to a vote in the U.S. Capitol on Dec. 2, 2021.

Sen. Marco Rubio demands Biden protect Catholic churches from attacks

Mar 6, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

“These attacks are not random nor are they the result of a temporary lapse in judgment by perpetrators,” Rubio, who... Read more

Stephen Destin, executive director of the Partnership for the Reconstruction of the Church in Haiti, speaks with “EWTN News Nightly” anchor Tracy Sabol on March 5, 2024.

Gangs in Haiti try to seize main airport after thousands escape prisons

Mar 6, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Stephen Destin of the Partnership for the Reconstruction of the Church in Haiti, said “international intervention is mandatory … to... Read more

Baltimore, Maryland

Assisted suicide proposal successfully rebuffed again in Maryland Legislature

Mar 6, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

The proposal would have legalized physician-assisted suicide for certain patients with terminal illnesses. Read more

Pope Francis appeared in a wheelchair at his general audience on Feb. 28, 2024.

Pope Francis: ‘Of all vices, pride is the great queen’

Mar 6, 2024

By Matthew Santucci

“Those who give in to this vice are far from God, and the correction of this evil requires time and... Read more

A man removes red spray paint from a statue of the Blessed Mother at the Church of the Ascension in Overland Park, Kansas.

Uptick in attacks on Catholic parishes reveals hostility to faith, religious liberty

Mar 6, 2024

By Martin Barillas

Attacks on churches are at an all-time high, occurring in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Read more

The Redemptor Hominis chapel of the National Shrine of St. John Paul II in Washington, D.C., is decorated with mosaics by Father Marko Rupnik.

John Paul II shrine ‘considering’ whether to remove mosaics by Father Rupnik

Mar 6, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

“We are carefully considering the best course of action concerning the art that was installed by the Centro Aletti community... Read more

"Cabrini" chronicles the early days of the American mission of Mother Cabrini, Patroness of Immigrants.

‘Cabrini’ celebrates the saint whose trust in Christ changed New York

Mar 6, 2024

By Joseph Pronechen

In movie theaters on March 8, “Cabrini” brings to life the late-19th-century New York City missionary work of the first... Read more

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at an election night watch party at Mar-a-Lago on March 5, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida.

Trump scores big Super Tuesday wins

Mar 5, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Former President Donald Trump easily defeated his sole remaining rival for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, former South Carolina Gov.... Read more

White smoke rises from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on March 13, 2013, signaling that the College of Cardinals has elected a new pope.

Anonymous Cardinal ‘Demos II’ proposes agenda for next pope 

Mar 5, 2024

By Walter Sánchez Silva

An anonymous cardinal offers seven suggested tasks for the next successor of St. Peter. Read more

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Catholic Church warns of threat posed by organized crime in upcoming elections in Mexico

Mar 5, 2024

By Diego López Colín

The Mexican Bishops’ Conference urged authorities responsible for public safety to “guarantee protection and an environment of peace” during the... Read more