Brazil: Amazon deforestation hits lowest level since 2018
Deforestation in Brazil hit its lowest level since 2018 in the first two months of 2024, with a 63% reduction compared to the same period in 2023
Five pilgrimage sites to visit in the United States
Where to go for a pilgrimage in the United States? La Croix International suggests five important places of worship.
The Argentine pope, Europe, and war
Pope Francis made a misstep by urging Ukraine to cease fighting its Russian invaders, but in doing so he’s raised the issue of the European Union’s relationship to lasting peace
Vietnam promises closer ties with the Holy See
Vietnamese minister invites Pope Francis to Vietnam, emphasizes role of the nation’s seven million Catholics in strengthening Vatican ties and integrating the local and universal Church
DR Congo’s displaced women, children endure harsh reality
In Goma, the rising number of displaced has escalated risks for women and children living in refugee camps, battling poor sanitation, exposed to diseases and harsh weather.
Hong Kong’s national security law raises concerns over confessional secrecy threats
Hong Kong Diocese reassures Catholics that the new national security law would not affect the sanctity of confession even though it mandates anyone aware of an act of “treason” to inform authorities
“I’ve gotten used to being hated,” says defender of LGBT Catholics James Martin
American Jesuit priest James Martin is one of world’s leading advocates for welcoming homosexuals in the Church and offering blessings for same-sex couples.
Rebel News reporter David Menzies arrested, charged while covering pro-Palestine protest
This is the second time this year that Rebel News journalist David Menzies has been arrested while performing what appear to be lawful acts of journalism.Read More
Pro-life scholar explains why new study on teen pregnancy mortality does not justify abortion
Pro-life researcher Dr. Michael New warned that the study is biased as it ‘lumps together’ teens who suffered ‘ectopic pregnancies, miscarriages, and stillbirths with those who carried pregnancies to term.’Read More
Here’s what Canadians need to know about Trudeau’s proposed Online Harms Act
On this week’s episode of The Van Maren Show, Jonathon speaks with Andrew Lawton about Canada’s proposed Online Harms Act, the dangers it poses to free speech, why Christians and conservatives would be the primary targets, and whether or not it can be defeated.Read More