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Vatican Observatory has asteroid named after Pope Leo XIII

The Vatican Observatory announces that four asteroids have been named after important figures in its history, including Pope Leo XIII, who re-founded the institute in 1891 after the loss of the papal territories.

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The Papal Foundation visits Rome to reaffirm cooperation and support for the poor

Several representatives of The Papal Foundation are making a pilgrimage to Rome from the United States and Canada, focusing on furthering support for the poor and advancing the Church’s mission worldwide, with a central meeting with Pope Leo XIV.

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Catholic not-for-profit hospital in Singapore expands surgery, critical care services

A Catholic not-for-profit hospital in Singapore expands its surgical and critical care capacity with the opening of a new day surgery centre and upgraded intensive care facilities.

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Messenger Media, Diocese of Covington - 4/30 through 5/6

At Easter Vigil, Bishop Iffert reflected on Jesus sending his disciples and the women to spread the good news. He reminded us of Jesus' words to them, "Do not be afraid," this is the truth of all of us, said Bishop...

Vatican revokes multiple parish fund transfers in Buffalo Diocese amid disputed merger plan

The Dicastery for the Clergy struck down Buffalo Bishop Michael Fisher’s “assessment allocation decrees” after appeals from the parishes.

Lawsuit before Supreme Court seeks to force U.S. bishops to return ‘millions’ of papal donations

A Rhode Island man claims he was misled by Church leaders about Peter’s Pence, the ancient offering to the Holy See.

Advanced technology recovers 42 lost pages of ancient New Testament manuscript

Among the key findings are ancient lists of chapters considered the oldest known for St. Paul’s epistles, which differ notably from the current division of these texts.

U.S. bishops urge Congress to reject IVF mandate, citing harm to embryos and conscience rights

Bishops said mandating insurance coverage for IVF and other assisted reproductive technologies violates human dignity, threatens religious freedom, and ignores restorative medical alternatives.

Diocese of Oakland announces closure of 13 parishes amid declining resources

“The status quo is not sustainable nor is it serving God’s people,” Bishop Michael Barber said.

Catholic bishops warn against failure of nuclear treaty, urge renewed push for disarmament

“Clearly the nuclear threats are escalating,” the bishops said, “and we are sliding backwards with massive modernization programs to keep nuclear weapons forever.”