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Pope Leo XIV

Pope recovering well in hospital, resumes work

Pope Leo XIV met with a top aide yesterday and resumed working from hospital, as doctors reported his lung had recovered well from surgery to remove a cancerous nodule. Source: NCR Online.

Marriage Vatican

Bishops conclude Vatican family meeting with prayers for Pope

The Vatican meeting of the world’s bishops’ conference presidents and the heads of Eastern Catholic churches marking the 10th anniversary of Amoris Laetitia concluded this week with prayers for Pope Leo XIV’s recovery from lung cancer surgery. Source: OSV News.

Modern Slavery Politics

Anti-slavery chief says proposed laws do not go far enough

Australia’s anti-slavery watchdog has warned that the Albanese Government’s proposed crackdown on forced labour does not go far enough, demanding new laws forcing major companies to stamp out exploitation in their supply chains. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.

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