Vatican Panel Rejects Female Diaconate — But Leaves the Door Open as Debate Intensifies
In a decision reverberating across the Catholic world, a Vatican commission has rejected the possibility of women serving as deacons,…
Pope Leo XIV Calls for Justice and a Two-State Solution, Says Path to Ending Gaza War Depends on Renewed Diplomacy
In his most forceful remarks since assuming leadership of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV declared that the Holy See…
Italian Leaders Condemn Violent Attack on La Stampa Newsroom as Threat to Press Freedom and Democracy
Italy’s political establishment is speaking with one voice after a shocking attack on the La Stampa newspaper headquarters in Turin,…
Italy’s Media Shuts Down: Journalists Launch Nationwide Strike Over Low Pay, Harsh Conditions, and AI Threats
Italy’s newsrooms fell silent on Friday as journalists across the country launched a sweeping national strike, shutting down major newspapers,…
Italy Strikes Back: Parliament Approves Tough New Law Making Femicide a Separate Crime With Life Sentences
Italy has drawn a hard line against one of its most alarming social crises — the killing of women. In…
Pope Francis Appoints 13 New Cardinals — America Receives Its First Black Cardinal in Historic Breakthrough
In a landmark moment for the Catholic Church and the United States, Pope Francis on Sunday appointed 13 new cardinals,…