Two plaintiffs appealed the case in the court of public opinion and hinted that a political solution might be their ultimate redress.
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Need for church role seen in shortcomings of U.S.-Cuba relations
“It is time for some of our leadership in the Catholic Church to take a stronger stand with the Cuban government and demand more.”
Pope condemns ‘blind violence,’ offers prayers after Brussels attacks
The pope “entrusts to God’s mercy those who died and, in prayer, he shares the pain of their loved ones,” the message said.
Explosions rock Brussels airport, subway; 26 reported dead
“In this time of tragedy, this black moment for our country, I appeal to everyone to remain calm but also to show solidarity.”
Indians shed tears, share stories as Kolkata honors Mother Teresa
“I owe my life to her. Her touch was magical, and I live till today only because of that saintly magic.”
Drought in Africa adds pressure to religious groups, relief organizations
Linked to extreme El Nino weather conditions, the drought has hit countries such as Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Sudan, Malawi and Zimbabwe.
Immigrants have been arrested looking for alternatives to Flint water
“Because a lot of our people aren’t documented, it was the straw that broke the camel’s back. They weren’t giving people water because they didn’t have driver’s licenses.”
Christians concerned with Israeli restrictions for Holy Week, Easter
The Holy Fire ceremony has become a point of contention over the past 10 years between the Israeli police and local Christians.
Iowa institute to research treatments, cures for rare genetic diseases
More than 30 million Americans who have some form of a rare disease.
Kerry says Islamic State is committing genocide against minorities
Kerry said the coalition against ISIS was working to strangle the group’s finances and to ensure that people who fled would someday be able to return.
