Cardinal Marc Ouellet illustrates the International Symposium “Vocations and Charisms: The Theology of God’s Gifts for a Synodal and Missionary Church,” which will take place in the Vatican’s New Synod Hall on April 15–17, 2027. Read all
The BBC asked students in Washington about the allegations from a woman who says she was raped at a fraternity house in 2024. Read all
The Vatican Museums opens an exhibit at the Vatican Art Gallery to share the artistic and photographic work of the L’Osservatore Romano and the artists that have characterized the newspaper since its graphic redesign in 2020. Read all
Beijing has cracked down on AI chatbots that can replicate human relationships. Experts are asking if this is the right thing to do. Read all
In a meeting with the Hera Group, an Italian multiutility group that manages environmental services in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV reiterates the importance of creating a “culture of care” to counter the “throwaway culture” that permeates our world and its resources. Read all
Vaping is about to becoming more expensive due to a new tax on products. Read all
Pope Leo XIV establishes the “Donum Missionis” Foundation with a Rescript, which will be responsible for the maintenance of properties owned by the Dicastery for Evangelization that provide accommodation and formation for seminarians and religious from mission territories. Read all
After more than a decade of public feuding and false starts, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua exchange pleasantries, trade jokes and even discuss going for a pint at a news conference in London. Read all
The relics of the Holy Crib – the manger in which the Baby Jesus was laid at His birth – will be moved closer to the faithful to accommodate the restoration of the niche and reliquary where they are normally kept in the Confessio of Saint Mary Major. Read all
Cristiano Ronaldo says he has left Portugal’s international camp and will explain why “in time”, hours after head coach Jorge Jesus denied any rift with the player. Read all
The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity announces its five-member judging committee for 2027, recognizing individuals and organizations working to advance human fraternity and peaceful coexistence. Read all
A miscommunication between Arsenal goalkeeper Misa Rodriguez and England captain Leah Williamson gifts Paris FC a late equaliser as the sides draw 2-2 in the Women’s Champions League. Read all
Sir Nicholas Winton’s story became national news when he appeared on That’s Life! in February 1988. Read all
Saracens director of rugby Brendan Venter misses a second pre-match media conference, as head coach Joe Shaw attends. Read all
Three victims of domestic abuse tell the BBC why they feel let down by the early prisoner release scheme. Read all
The prime minister compares the allegations against Manchester City to the plight of his own club Everton. Read all
BBC Sport takes a look at the key questions following the guilty verdicts handed down to Manchester City. Read all
One of two men seen outside the UK school attended by the children is understood to be an international press photographer. Read all
The auction house said it was “very disappointed” the lot could no longer be sold. Read all
The canon law commission’s final report proposes amendments to the Code of Canon Law of the Latin Church, based on the work carried out by the two General Assemblies of the Synod of Bishops in October 2023 and October 2024. Read all
Esteban Ocon is fighting to save his Formula 1 career after the Haas team announcement that they are splitting with the Frenchman at the end of the year. Read all
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged deadly aerial attacks, killing and injuring numerous people, as energy infrastructure increasingly becomes a target with winter approaching. The latest strikes also affected neighboring countries amid new Russian nuclear threats against the NATO military alliance. Read all
A £2.3m study will look at whether a personalised pain management plan can improve the quality of life of women who have the debilitating condition. Read all
During his General Audience, Pope Leo XIV recalled the Polish martyrs of Pratulin in the Podlasie region: Blessed Wincenty Lewoniuk and his 12 Companions. The Greek Catholics were killed by soldiers of the Russian Empire in the 19th century after refusing to abandon their faith. Their witness shows steadfast fidelity to the Catholic Church and … Continue reading “Pope at Audience remembers Polish martyrs”
Social anxiety is more common than many think. Here’s what you need to know about the condition. Read all
