A new documentary called “Tell No One” on the sexual abuse crisis, has shaken the Catholic Church in Poland to its core. The government vows tougher punishments for those who engage in such acts.
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Woman held in Poland for adding L.G.B.T. rainbow to revered icon
The case has highlighted the clash in predominantly Catholic Poland between the freedom of speech and laws banning hostility against religious beliefs.
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Trump calls Pope Francis to offer condolences over Notre Dame fire
Trump says in a tweet that he offered “condolences from the People of the United States for the horrible and destructive fire.”
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Catastrophic fire engulfs Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
The blaze collapsed the cathedral’s spire and spread to one of its landmark rectangular towers.
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Two bishops removed from ministry over allegations of sexual harassment
The preliminary investigation into allegations of sexual harassment of adults and financial improprieties by Bishop Michael J. Bransfield, formerly of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, has been completed and will be forwarded to the Vatican for final judgment.
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New York gives sex abuse victims more time to sue and press charges
“It’s an incredible day for all survivors to gain access to justice.”
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Vatican advances probe of Argentine bishop close to Pope
The Vatican is proceeding with an investigation against an Argentine bishop who is close to Pope Francis. Bishop Gustavo Zanchetta, has been accused of improper behavior and sexual abuse.
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Vatican clarifies pope’s remarks on issue of ‘sexual slavery’ of nuns
The Vatican on Wednesday clarified comments by Pope Francis about a case of what he called “sexual slavery” within a French congregation of nuns.
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Central African Republic, 14 armed groups reach peace deal
A peace deal has been reached between the Central African Republic government and 14 armed groups after their first-ever direct dialogue aimed at ending years of conflict, the United Nations and African Union announced on Saturday.
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Louisiana diocese names 37 clergy members accused of abuse
The Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has released the names of 37 clergy members it says were credibly accused of sexually abusing children or vulnerable adults.