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Pope on AI: It is important to dialogue with everyone to promote the common good

In a message signed by Cardinal Pietro Parolin for the "AI for Good Global Summit", Pope Leo XIV highlights how "Magnifica humanitas" was born out of listening to many people on artificial intelligence and also of the negative impacts of this technological development.

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Venezuela: Little Sisters of the Poor of Maiquetía set up a field hospital

Following the earthquake in Venezuela, San José Hospital in La Guaira, run by the Little Sisters of the Poor of Maiquetía, suffered severe structural damage. In response to the emergency, the congregation established a field hospital to care for the injured.

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Archbishop Gallagher makes Nigeria visit marking 50 years of diplomatic ties

Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican's Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, was in Nigeria from 2 to 7 July to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Holy See and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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Haiti: 1.5 million displaced and 1,600 people killed in three months

Haiti is experiencing an unprecedented crisis, at least since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in July 2021. Since then, armed gangs have steadily expanded their control, paralyzing institutions, infrastructure, and essential services.

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Notre-Dame Cathedral enters final stage of restoration following 2019 fire

The cathedral has reopened but restoration work remains to be done, including on the western rose window.

Little Sisters argue contraception mandate case before 3rd Circuit as long fight continues

The dispute stems from a 2011 federal rule requiring employers to include contraception coverage in employee health plans under the Affordable Care Act.

Pennsylvania Catholic schools brace for possible tax-credit cuts

If a bill passed by the state House eliminating the tax credits becomes law, scholarship organizations would lose their funding source and students would lose tuition assistance.

During World Cup, Argentina’s bishops warn of increased online betting by children and young people

Although gambling ads are not permitted at World Cup venues, they are common on TV and other venues in Argentina during halftime.

Texas immigrant legal aid ministry faces closure after federal payments withheld

Estrella del Paso in El Paso, Texas, has seen its cash reserves depleted since payments stopped arriving in December 2025, according to executive director Melissa Lopez.

Cardinal archbishop of Rabat temporarily steps aside from ministry due to abuse investigation

Cardinal Cristóbal López Romero asserted his innocence in a brief statement carried by the EFE news agency. "I have not committed any assault, violence, or sexual harassment," he said.