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Pope calls for dialogue and negotiation to end conflicts
After praying the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo yesterday, Pope Leo XIV turned his thoughts to the many regions of the world affected by armed conflict, where civilians continue to bear the greatest suffering. Source: Vatican News.
Universities will have to define antisemitism under new standards
Universities will be required to define antisemitism and create transparent processes for complaints of racism as part of an overhaul of higher education standards being rolled out by the Albanese Government. Source: ABC News.
Gambling ads should and can be stopped
The evidence is in from social and health services. Advertised gambling devastates lives, destroys families and frays our social fabric, writes Francis Sullivan. Source: Eureka Street.
Pope’s ‘hunger for justice’ on display at Castel Gandolfo lunch
Under the Italian sun of Lake Albano and the shade of Castel Gandolfo’s Borgo Laudato Si’ trees, Pope Leo XIV enjoyed lunch with people experiencing social vulnerability. Source: NCR Online.
Saint’s first feast day a reminder to stay faithful to the Gospel
The feast day of St Peter To Rot was celebrated on the Gold Coast, nine months after Papua New Guinea’s first saint was canonised. Source: The Catholic Leader.
International authority to deliver ACU’s Simone Weil Lecture
Renowned philosopher and Simone Weil expert Rebecca Rozelle-Stone will deliver Australian Catholic University’s 2026 Simone Weil Lecture in Human Value next month.
UK police arrest man over murder of Catholic politician
Police in the United Kingdom have arrested a second suspect in connection with the murder of prominent pro-life Catholic politician Ann Widdecombe, after releasing the man they arrested late last week. Source: Crux.
Northern Ireland launches inquiry into institutions
Northern Ireland has passed legislation to establish an inquiry and redress scheme concerning mother and baby institutions, which were prevalent in the country from 1922 until 1995. Source: EWTN News.
Fiat donation will help in Vatican’s drive to zero emission
Fiat will donate 30 electric vehicles to Vatican City State to support the daily operations of employees of the governorate as part of efforts to advance more sustainable mobility and reduce the environmental impact of its fleet. Source: National Catholic Register.Â