President Donald Trump has formally withdrawn the U.S. from the World Health Organization.
Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. from WHO ‘deeply regrettable,’ CHA says
Vatican: More must be done to protect rights, dignity of refugees
The Vatican is committed to discussing solutions for the migration and refugee movements to preserve human dignity and lives including resettlement programs.
The Ribbon 2020 commemorates 75th anniversary of atomic bombings
Called The Ribbon 2020, the campaign commemorates the 75th anniversary of the atomic bombings of the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945.
Ex-Salvadoran officer: ‘High command’ gave order to kill Jesuits in ’89
A former Salvadoran army officer has testified that the “high command” gave orders to eliminate Jesuits priests during the country’s civil war.
Twins conjoined at head successfully separated at Vatican-owned hospital
A medical team at the Vatican-owned pediatric hospital successfully separated conjoined twin girls.
U.S. bishops welcome court decision on Catholic schools
In a 7-2 ruling July 8, the Supreme Court said the California Catholic schools sued for job discrimination for firing teachers had acted within their rights in the recent firings.
Court rules in favor of employer exemptions to contraceptive coverage
In a 7-2 ruling July 8, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Trump administration rules that give employers more ability to opt out of providing contraceptive coverage in their health plans.
Retired Pope Benedict follows his brother’s funeral virtually
The funeral for Msgr. Georg Ratzinger was followed by retired Pope Benedict XVI via livestream.