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South Korean bishops call for an end to the death penalty
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: The South Korean bishops’ conference has called for an end to the death penalty on the grounds that it violates the constitution. Read More
Myanmar Trek wraps up in Yangon
Eight exhausted Australians wrapped up their trekking adventure with Mass at Yangon’s St. Mary Cathedral on Tuesday, February 12. Read More
As population plummets, Hungary to end income tax for mums of four or more
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: In an effort to encourage Hungarians to have more babies, the prime minister of the country has announced that women with four children ... Read More
Pope Francis urges stance against human trafficking
VATICAN CITY: Pope Francis called Sunday for an end to human trafficking, encouraging Catholics to pray for the intercession of St. Josephine Bakhita, the patron ... Read More
As general elections near, Nigeria’s bishops call for peace
ABUJA, NIGERIA: In the face of Nigeria’s ongoing violence and political tensions, the country's bishops have promoted a fair and faith-filled electoral process. Read More
Pope Francis signs peace declaration on ‘Human Fraternity’ with Grand Imam
ABU DHABI, UAE: Catholics, Muslims and all who believe in God must work together to build a culture of love, peace and human fraternity, Pope ... Read More
One year on, Cyclone Gita devastation remains
GITA, AMERICAN SAMOA: In February 2018, the Pacific Islands were rocked by Cyclone Gita. One year on, the devastation caused by Gita is still evident. Read More