Democratic candidates tout abortion credentials in first debate
Washington D.C., Jun 27, 2019 / 03:00 pm (CNA).- Taxpayer funding for abortions is a matter of “justice” for men and women Democratic presidential candidate Julian Castro said during the…
New Ulm diocese reaches $34m settlement with victims of clergy sex abuse
New Ulm, Minn., Jun 27, 2019 / 02:01 pm (CNA).- The Diocese of New Ulm announced Wednesday it has reached a $34 million settlement with victims of clerical sexual abuse.…
Global Rosary Relay aims at 1 billion Hail Marys for priests
Rome, Italy, Jun 27, 2019 / 01:19 pm (CNA).- The Global Rosary Relay aims to have 1 billion Hail Marys said for the sanctification of priests June 28, the feast…
Iraqi Christians face uncertain future, U.S. Ambassador for Religious Freedom says
Washington D.C., Jun 27, 2019 / 12:00 pm (CNA).- The security of Christians in Northern Iraq remains “tenuous” and will require close attention in the future, the State Department’s religious…
Suicide rate in prisons raises alarm, calls for change
Washington D.C., Jun 27, 2019 / 11:04 am (CNA).- With suicide rates remaining high in the United States’ prison system, civil advocates are raising concerns regarding the treatment of inmates.…
No evidence that Notre-Dame fire was intentional, investigators say
Paris, France, Jun 27, 2019 / 10:28 am (CNA).- An initial investigation into the devastating fire that consumed much of Notre-Dame cathedral in April has found no signs of criminal…
Pope could see final draft of new curial constitution by September
Vatican City, Jun 27, 2019 / 10:22 am (CNA).- Pope Francis could receive a final draft of a new constitution for the Roman curia as soon as September, according to…
France’s mandatory teen service program draws serious religious freedom concerns
Paris, France, Jun 27, 2019 / 03:17 am (CNA).- France’s soon-to-be mandatory Universal National Service program for teens has drawn serious religious freedom concerns, with critics noting that the program…
North Dakota abortion clinic files suit against state requirements
Bismarck, N.D., Jun 27, 2019 / 12:11 am (CNA).- North Dakota’s sole abortion clinic, located in Fargo, is filing a lawsuit against two state laws that it claims force doctors…
Nicaraguan cardinal asks prayers that peace be the fruit of justice
Managua, Nicaragua, Jun 26, 2019 / 11:13 pm (CNA).- The Archbishop of Managua encouraged the faithful Monday to pray so that peace in Nicaragua be the fruit of justice. “Let…
‘Hear victims, treat the whole problem,’ human trafficking conference told
Washington D.C., Jun 26, 2019 / 03:00 pm (CNA).- Human trafficking survivors shared their stories of abuse and oppression before an audience on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, kicking off a…
Abortion is key issue for 2020 voters, new poll says
Washington D.C., Jun 26, 2019 / 02:00 pm (CNA).- A new poll has shown that abortion is a top consideration among a large section of voters, indicating the issue may…