Some Christians in Egypt are upset about a new law, which they say cements their “second-class status.”
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U.S-backed Kurdish forces in Syria remain under attack by Turkey
Turkey’s defiant rhetoric is likely to set back U.S. expectations of a halt in the fighting between Washington’s two allies in the region.
Some advice for protecting your child from faith-based bullies as school starts
Confusion about religion can lead to bullying at school for children. New efforts are in place to curb discrimination this year.
The 18-month prison sentence begins for man behind “Vatileaks”
Msgr. Lucio Vallejo Balda was found guilty on July 7 of stealing and passing on documents to Italian journalists Gianluigi Nuzzi and Emiliano Fittipaldi.
A California judge won’t stop the state’s assisted-suicide law
A group of doctors, backed by the American Academy of Medical Ethics, had sued to suspend the law while their challenge proceeded.
As earthquake victims were laid to rest, a bishop warned against further harm
An evening mass was held on Aug. 30 for 37 people killed in the Italian earthquake.
Memorial Mass held for 2 sisters killed in their Mississippi home
The sisters worked at a health clinic for the poor. More than 300 people came Sunday to St. Thomas Church to say farewell.
Pope meets with Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg
Pope Francis and Zuckerberg spoke about “how communications technology can be used to alleviate poverty, encourage a culture of encounter and help deliver a message of hope.”
Brazil’s President Rousseff faces senators, says accusations meritless
“I know I will be judged, but my conscience is clear. I did not commit a crime,” Rousseff told senators at her impeachment trial.
Grief overcomes Mississippi community after slaying of two sisters
“Sister Paula would want me to forgive them,” a resident said of whoever killed the sisters. “Right now, I don’t see no forgiveness on my heart.”
