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Cindy Wooden · February 18, 2025
In another sign that Pope Francis' stay in Rome's Gemelli hospital will continue for some time, the Vatican announced a substitute presider for the Mass and ordinations as part of the Jubilee of Deacons.
Carol Glatz · February 18, 2025
While the possible benefits of AI may outnumber its feared risks, a group of experts meeting in Rome insisted global legislation and ethical principles must be developed and applied now to protect human rights and curb or prevent possible harm.
One out of four people living in Lebanon is a refugee, and the majority of children born in refugee camps are unregistered at birth, said Cardinal Michael Czerny, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
Luke Mandato · February 18, 2025
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has approved a Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan as it looks to return to a balanced budget.
Maria-Pia Chin · February 19, 2025
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops sued the Trump administration Feb. 18 over the suspension of funding of refugee resettlement assistance.
Regent at UBC revokes invite to Nigel Biggar
Anna Farrow · February 19, 2025
A Vancouver theological college cancelled a March 6 public lecture by Oxford professor and member of the House of Lords Nigel Biggar after alumni took to social media accusing the speaker of being a residential school apologist and “mass graves denier.”
Cindy Wooden · February 19, 2025
Pope Francis' doctors described his condition as "stable" late Feb. 19 even though "blood tests, evaluated by the medical staff, show a slight improvement, particularly in the inflammatory markers," which are used to monitor infections, a Vatican medical bulletin said.
NGOs call for increased Canadian funding to offset shortfall
The recent decision to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has rocked the world of nongovernmental organizations, south of the border and beyond.
Editorial
Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski · February 19, 2025
The Trump administration has been very busy and has, not unexpectedly, generated much discussion and to be sure controversy.
New based-on-a-true story faith-driven film shows life's beauty despite hardships
Quinton Amundson · February 19, 2025
Whether imagining flying among the clouds like a superhero while ascending on a swing or appreciating the “pure perfection” of a simple pleasure like a strawberry milkshake, Austin LaRette strives to make every day the best of his life.
Cardinal Archbishop of New York Timothy Dolan reverently acknowledged the providence of The Lord during a Feb. 15 guest homily in St. John’s, Nfld. only made possible because of a diverted flight.
Ukraine voice lacking at high-level Russia-U.S. talks
Quinton Amundson · February 20, 2025
As the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approached, a sense of urgency to end the Russia-Ukraine war emanating from the United States created a flurry of traffic on social media and in news outlets.
Catholic Register Staff · February 20, 2025
A message from Pope Francis to French President Emmanuel Macron for the Paris summit on action regarding Artificial Intelligence.
Catherine Doherty’s classic in 28th printing
Luke Mandato · February 20, 2025
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of one of the great modern spiritual classics with Catherine Doherty’s guide on the poustinia still inspiring many Catholics to find the dwelling Lord today.
The Bible Book(s)/Chapter(s) to read each day this week, Sunday, February 23 to Saturday, March 1, 2025
Lea Karen Kivi · February 20, 2025
Charles Lewis · February 20, 2025
For now, at least, Donald Trump’s threat of heavy tariffs on Mexico and Canada are on hold. Who knows what he’ll do now? He is nothing if not unpredictable.
Cindy Wooden · February 20, 2025
On his sixth full day in Rome's Gemelli hospital, "the Holy Father's clinical condition is improving slightly," the Vatican said.
Quinton Amundson · February 21, 2025
One day after the 28th National March for Life on May 8 in Ottawa, the first-ever “Save the Babies Leaders Summit” will conclude a week of life-cherishing festivities in Canada’s capital city.
Cindy Wooden · February 21, 2025
The Vatican City State's chief prosecutor said he was satisfied with a British court ruling that said a now-convicted financier involved in the Vatican purchase of a London property had not acted in good faith.
Simon Caldwell · February 21, 2025
The British army veteran prosecuted for silently praying in front of an abortion clinic was, to his own surprise, caught in the global spotlight when his case was cited by U.S. Vice President JD Vance in a Feb. 14 speech at a landmark security conference in Munich.