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Israel objects to Vatican official's comments on Gaza carnage

Israel lodges a complaint against Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's Secretary of State, for his comments on Israel's military actions in Gaza.

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Pope Francis accused of opposing reforms to tackle clerical sexual abuse

Activists say pontiff also ‘turning a blind eye’ to priests who assault nuns and force them to have abortions

The Guardian - UK

‘Nothing was done’: Vatican note suggests part blame in bombing of Monte Cassino

Eighty years on, document confirms Hitler’s role and reveals allied raid might have been avoided had action been taken to enforce neutral zone

The Guardian - UK

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Argentine President and Pope Francis Forge Positive Relationship

Argentina's President Javier Milei and Pope Francis meet, signaling a potential thaw in their previously strained relationship. Speculations of a visit to ...

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Biscuits And Hugs: Argentina's Milei Mends Fences With Pope

Pope Francis and Argentina's President Javier Milei held their first official talks on Monday, meeting at the Vatican as they seek to mend fences amid the explosive economic situation in their native country.

International Business Times

Pope Francis visits Vatican City for historic canonization ceremony

Discover the visit of the newly elected president of Argentina to Vatican City, honoring the canonization of the nation's first female saint, Mama Antula.

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Argentina's Milei Leaves For Israel And To Meet Pope At Vatican

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei left Monday on a trip to Israel, which he sees as a key ally, and the Vatican where he will meet with Pope Francis.

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Canadian Cardinal Temporarily Steps Down Amid Abuse Allegations

A Canadian cardinal has temporarily stepped down after facing a lawsuit alleging abuse. The move highlights the ongoing issues of abuse within religious in...

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Catholic Cardinal Accused Of Sexual Assault In Canada

Cardinal Gerald Lacroix has been accused in Canada of sexually assaulting a female teenager, as part of a class action lawsuit against the archdiocese of Quebec, court documents showed Thursday.

International Business Times

Wine is a gift from God, Pope Francis tells Italian producers

Pope tells industry leaders at the Vatican the drink is a ‘source of joy’, but encourages healthy habits

The Guardian - UK

‘Sexual pleasure a gift from God’ but avoid porn, Pope Francis advises

Pontiff thought be be responding to conservative critics after sexually explicit book by cardinal resurfaces

The Guardian - UK

Pope acknowledges resistance to same-sex blessings but doubles down: 'The Lord blesses everyone'

Pope Francis has defended his controversial decision to let priests bless same-sex couples but admitted that “solitude is a price" for difficult decisions

The Independent UK

Nicaragua says it released Bishop Rolando Álvarez, 18 priests from jail, handed them over to Vatican

The Nicaraguan government says it has released Bishop Rolando Álvarez and 18 clergy members from jail and handed them over to Vatican authorities

The Independent UK

Africa's Catholic hierarchy refuses same-sex blessings, says such unions are contrary to God's will

In the greatest rebuke yet to Pope Francis, the Catholic bishops of Africa and Madagascar have issued a unified statement refusing to follow his declaration allowing priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples

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Vatican unveils plans for restoring Bernini's canopy in St. Peter's Basilica

The Vatican has unveiled plans for a yearlong restoration of the monumental baldacchino, or canopy, over the altar of St. Peter’s Basilica, pledging to complete the work on Bernini’s masterpiece before Pope Francis’ big 2025 Jubilee

The Independent UK

Wisconsin sexual abuse case against defrocked Cardinal McCarrick suspended

A Wisconsin judge has suspended charges against defrocked Roman Catholic Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, who is accused of sexually assaulting a boy in the 1970s

The Independent UK

Pope’s new doctrine chief in hot water over unearthed orgasm book

‘The Mystical Passion’ published in Mexico in 1998, is a short expose about mystical-sensual experiences with God

Evening Standard

Pope Francis calls for universal ban on 'deplorable' practice of surrogacy

He said it 'represents a grave violation of the dignity of the woman and the child'

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The Independent UK

Pope Francis calls for ban on surrogacy and ‘commercialisation’ of pregnancy

Pope Francis said surrogacy was a grave violation of the mother and child and called for the ban of the practice

The Independent UK

How to deal with same-sex unions? It's a question fracturing major Christian denominations

Reaction among Catholics around the world is sharply divided over the Vatican's recent declaration giving priests more leeway to bless same-sex couples

France 24

Vatican, the deep divide: Pope Francis under increasing pressure from conservatives

Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, is facing increasingly strong opposition inside the Vatican. The conservative clan of the Roman Curia – the powerful governing body of the Holy See – accuses him of a laxist vision of Catholic doctrine, particularly regarding the status of homosexual couples and…

The Guardian - UK

Vatican: same-sex couples ruling is not endorsement of homosexuality

New practice does not endorse homosexuality but is not heretical, Catholic church says amid opposition from some bishops

Radio France Internationale

French bishop denies promoting banned gay conversion therapies

The anti-discrimination non-profit SOS Homophobie has accused the bishop of Bayonne-Lescar-Oloron, in southwestern France, of "legitimising" the implementation of banned conversion therapies – a charge he denies. This comes on the heels of a decision by the Vatican to authorise blessings for homosexual couples.

The Independent UK

Watch again: Pope Francis leads New Year’s Day Mass

Watch again as Pope Francis leads New Year’s Day Mass from the Vatican on Monday (1 January).

The Independent UK

Pope recalls Benedict XVI's love and wisdom on anniversary of death, as secretary reflects on legacy

Tributes are being paid on the first anniversary of the death of Pope Benedict XVI

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