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Holy Shroud Conference tackles the profound questions
The Shroud of Turin is an image wrapped up in mystery, woven into the fabric of faith and increasingly supported by science. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Jesuit astrophysicist says ‘science not against God’
Jesuit astrophysicist Fr Pavel Gabor says the Vatican Observatory attests that “science is not against God” – and the nexus of science and spirituality invites humankind to contemplate the Lord’s wondrous works. Source: Catholic Review.
Pope tells young astronomers to share the joy of their discoveries
Scientific discovery and knowledge are meant to benefit all of humanity, Pope Leo XIV told young astronomers yesterday. Source: CNS.
Search for life on other planets a chance to see ‘the glory of God’
The unresolved question of whether life exists on other planets continues to spark curiosity from the public and the interest of scientists — but one Catholic physicist working on missions to search for potential life also recognises it as an opportunity to see the glory of God. Source: CNA.
Nuclear engineer says latest research confirms authenticity of Shroud of Turin
For centuries, Christians have attributed a first-century date to the Shroud of Turin. Nuclear engineer Robert Rucker says that his latest research on the shroud verifies that. Source: CNA.
Shroud’s blood stains consistent with crucifixion: study
A new study from an Italian researcher that analysed the blood on the Shroud of Turin has found that the stains are consistent with the torture and crucifixion of Jesus Christ as described in the Gospels. Source: CNA.
Researchers claim Vatican archives hold UFO secrets
A group of scientists and researchers are seeking access to the Vatican Apostolic Archives to uncover information about UFOs and the paranormal. Source: CNS.
Research calls for ‘real world’ overhaul of STEM curriculum
Academics are calling for the science curriculum to be overhauled, after an Australian Catholic University study found topics taught in classrooms have “little relevance to students’ lives” and real-world problems. Source: Herald Sun.
New telescope reshaping ideas about how universe began
Orbiting the sun nearly 1.6 million kms from Earth, the James Webb Space Telescope is reshaping the way scientists understand the universe and its origins, astronomers have told a Vatican-sponsored meeting. Source: CNS.