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Seniors

Vatican offers special indulgence for participants

Any Catholic who participates in the celebration of the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on July 28 can receive a plenary indulgence, the Vatican has announced. Source: OSV News.

Children Pope Francis

Pope Francis visits Vatican’s Summer Camp

Pope Francis brought joy to the children of the Vatican’s Summer Camp yesterday, in what has become an annual tradition for the Holy Father. Source: Vatican News.

South America

Man shot dead by woman in church in Colombia

A woman shot a man dead in a church in Colombia on Monday, as attendees prepared to pray the Rosary before Mass. Source: Crux.

Film Review

Johansson pilots 60s space-race romance to successful lift off

‘Fly Me To The Moon’ is an old-style romantic comedy set in 1969 as NASA prepares for its greatest achievement – the moon landing. Source: Australian Catholics.

Anniversary

Wong reiterates vow to hold Russia to account over MH17 downing

Marking 10 years since the horrific downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has reignited her vow to hold Russia to account for the nearly 300 deaths. Source: News.com.au.

Digital Life Education

AI could force change to exams in NSW, says Catholic schools chief

Artificial intelligence could prompt a “reimagining” of the Higher School Certificate in New South Wales, the chief executive of Catholic Schools NSW told educators this week. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

Charity Middle East

Caritas workers in Gaza forced to evacuate after missile strikes

Safety concerns over nearby missile strikes forced Caritas Jerusalem staff to evacuate two medical points in southern Gaza on the weekend. Source: Caritas Australia.

Housing Victoria

Demolition plans proceed despite residents’ class action

The Victorian Government is forging ahead with plans to demolish three public housing towers subject to a class action seeking to stop the redevelopment. Source: The Guardian. 

Anniversary Religious Orders

Canossian Sisters celebrate 75 years in Australia

The Canossian Daughters of Charity are always ready to “go where God sends us”, says Australian delegation leader Sr Mel Dwyer. Source: The Catholic Leader.