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Daphne Caruana Galizia.

Slain Maltese journalist fought for her convictions, priest says

Feb 2, 2018

By Elise Harris

A close friend of slain Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia says the reporter’s life and death is a reminder that... Read more

Pope Francis at the General Audience Oct. 11, 2017.

Confront the lies of 'fake news,' Francis says

Jan 24, 2018

By Hannah Brockhaus

In his message for the World Day of Social Communications, published Wednesday, Pope Francis said that in a world of... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to journalists aboard his flight from Dhaka to Rome, Dec. 2, 2017.

From Pope Francis, a checklist for good journalism

Dec 16, 2017

Journalism must prize truth and reflection over sensationalism and clamor, Pope Francis told journalists on Saturday.  Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on May 21, 2014.

Pope zeroes-in on 'fake news' for next communications day

Sep 29, 2017

By Elise Harris

With social platforms increasingly targeting so-called “fake news,” Pope Francis has decided to weigh-in, dedicating his message for the 2018... Read more

Following sixth journalist murder this year, Mexican bishops speak up

May 22, 2017

The Mexican Bishops' Conference offered prayers for journalists as they face increased violence in their efforts to uncover truth.  Read more

Pope Francis prays at Rome's Piazza di Spanga to begin the Year of Mercy, Dec. 8, 2015.

The Pope's latest prayer intention? That journalists be truthful

Oct 4, 2016

By Elise Harris

In his latest prayer video Pope Francis dedicates the month of October to praying for journalists – specifically that their... Read more