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Don’t buy from companies that exploit children: Pope
People and institutions can protect children by changing what they buy and what they invest in, Pope Francis said yesterday. Source: CNS.
Minister rejects proposed increases to private health insurance premiums
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler has rejected suggested private health insurance premium increases for the second time, calling on a number of companies to suggest “a more reasonable figure” ahead of the April 1 deadline. Source: The West Australian.
Darwin locals put their faith in sport
Catholic sports fans in Darwin are combining their love of sport with their faith by training to become sports chaplains. Source: The Bridge.
Philosophy professor to head ACU’s Western Civilisation Program
Australian Catholic University has appointed Peter Anstey as director of the university’s Western Civilisation Program.
Cuba to release prisoners ‘in the spirit of the Jubilee’
Inspired by the Church’s Jubilee year of Hope, Cuba will release 553 prisoners convicted of various crimes. Source: Vatican News.
Vatican cracks down on illegal entry into its territory
The Vatican City State has toughened sanctions for those who try to illegally enter its territory in areas where free access is not allowed. Source: CNA.
North Korea again tops list of dangerous places to be a Christian
North Korea is the world’s “most dangerous place to follow Jesus”, where Christians are thrown in prison camps and executed for their faith, according to a global report released yesterday. Source: ABC News.
Pope dreams of hope for the future
While calling himself an “old man” and saying he never expected to be Pope this long, Pope Francis says in his new autobiography that he still has dreams for the future. Source: CNS.
Housing advocates call for cap on rent increases
Even Australians on median incomes are in rental stress, a new report has found, with households on middle incomes spending 33 per cent of their wages on housing. Source: The Guardian.