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Pope calls for debt reduction for poorer countries to mark the Vatican's 2025 Jubilee Year

Pope Francis is calling on wealthy countries and institutions to substantially reduce if not outright cancel debt as a matter of justice on the occasion of the Vatican’s 2025 Jubilee Year

The Independent UK

Pope Francis discusses Ukraine with Hungary's nationalist leader Viktor Orban

Pope Francishas met Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban at the Vatican and discussed with him the war in Ukraine, focusing on the humanitarian situation and efforts to promote peace in the region

The Independent UK

Angolan prince started campaign to end Atlantic slave trade long before Europeans did – new book

For centuries, it has been held that the ideas and movement for the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade came from western abolitionists. No input from Africans has been acknowledged.

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Conclave ending explained: who becomes the next pope?

We break down all the twists and big reveals in Conclave, the Vatican-set political thriller starring Ralph Fiennes.

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Vatican opens new investigation into leaks surrounding its 'trial of the century' probe

The Vatican prosecutor has opened a new investigation into the alleged leak of information about its “trial of the century” probe into a London property investment

The Independent UK

Pope Francis speaks out against ‘every kind of abuse’ of children in East Timor visit

Pope Francis spoke out against child sexual abuse during his visit to East Timor on Monday, indirectly acknowledging a long-running abuse scandal involving independence hero Bishop Carlos Ximenes Belo. Thousands of devotees journeyed from remote areas and crossed the Indonesian border to witness the first papal visit since the country…

France 24

Vatican Prosecutor Defends Fairness Of Justice System

Vatican's chief prosecutor defends fairness of trial involving financial crimes, amid criticism of Pope's role. Implications for international cooperation ...

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Chief prosecutor defends Vatican's legal system after recent criticism of pope's absolute power

The Vatican’s chief prosecutor has strongly defended the integrity and fairness of the city state’s justice system

The Independent UK

Vatican chief of staff testifies in UK finance trial, points finger at deputy who escaped unscathed

Pope Francis’ chief of staff has become one of the highest-ranking Holy See officials to testify in a foreign court

The Independent UK

Defendant in Vatican trial takes case to UN, accuses pope of violating his rights with surveillance

One of the defendants in the Vatican’s big financial trial has formally complained to the United Nations about the trial

The Independent UK

Vatican police arrest employee who allegedly tried to sell 17th century manuscript

Vatican police have detained a former employee after he allegedly tried to sell a 17th century manuscript back to the Holy See

The Independent UK

Vatican cardinal urges Europeans to remember own migratory roots ahead of European elections

A top Vatican cardinal has urged European voters to remember their own migratory roots in showing sympathy to people forced to flee their homes

The Independent UK

Pope Francis allegedly tells group of priests ‘gossip is a women’s thing’

Pontiff’s alleged remarks in closed-door meeting come two days after apology for using homophobic slur

The Guardian - UK

Vatican Museums faces unprecedented legal dispute over job conditions

Petition by 49 employees could lead to Holy See being taken to court for ‘undermining dignity and health’

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Pope Francis To Participate In Easter Vigil At Vatican

Pope Francis to lead Easter Vigil at St. Peter's Basilica, emphasizing unity and faith. Event symbolizes hope and renewal amidst challenges.

International Business Times

Pope Francis Pulls Out Of Easter Event At Last Minute

Pope Francis pulled out of a key Easter ceremony at the last minute on Friday, reigniting concerns about the 87-year-old's increasingly frail health.

The Guardian - AU

Child abuse detectives reportedly search home of former Broome bishop Christopher Saunders

Saunders has not been charged with any offence and denies allegations he sexually assaulted and groomed young Aboriginal men in WA over 50-year career

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Nicaragua Releases Catholic Bishop, 18 Other Clergy Members After Negotiations With Vatican

Catholic bishop Rolando Álvarez was imprisoned for criticizing religious freedom conditions in Nicaragua and was placed under house arrest on Aug. 4, 2022. After almost 15 days, he was arrested from his residence and presented to the court in December of that year.

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Nicaragua frees a jailed Catholic bishop and 18 priests, hands them to the Vatican

Bishop Rolando Álvarez and the other clergy were jailed more than a year ago, in most cases, as part of a crackdown on the opposition and Catholic Church by President Daniel Ortega.

The Guardian - AU

Catholic bishop subject of Vatican investigation no longer in control of Broome charities

Christopher Saunders, who has denied accusations he sexually assaulted young Aboriginal men, was responsible for nine charities

The Guardian - UK

Consider revising celibacy rule for Catholic priests, Vatican official says

Church has ‘lost many great priests because they chose marriage’, says Charles Scicluna of Malta

The Independent UK

Vatican concludes former Minnesota archbishop acted imprudently but committed no crimes

The Vatican has concluded a lengthy investigation into allegations of misconduct by Archbishop John Nienstedt, the former leader of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

The Independent UK

Vatican prosecutor appeals verdict that largely dismantled his fraud case but convicted cardinal

The Vatican’s chief prosecutor has appealed a court verdict that largely dismantled his theory of a grand conspiracy to defraud the Holy See of millions of euros

Zenger

Vatican Cardinal Found Guilty In High-Profile Corruption Case

Cardinal Becciu sentenced to nearly six years in prison for embezzlement and abuse of office.

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