Venezuela’s president has accused Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, of unduly meddling in national affairs after the cardinal sent a letter to private business leaders, calling for serious negotiations to resolve the ongoing crisis in the South American country.
Vatican official’s call for serious negotiations in Venezuela draws rebuke
Vatican reports $78 million deficit, also releases APSA report
Releasing both reports July 24, the Vatican said the coronavirus pandemic had a serious negative impact on the Vatican’s financial situation, including the 66.3 million euros ($78 million) deficit in the consolidated budget report for 2020.
College COVID-19 vaccine requirements are not one size fits all
As college students start to pack for the new school year, some will need to include proof of their COVID-19 vaccinations.
A month after Surfside collapse, many have questions about what comes next
The final chunks of rubble from the 12-story oceanfront Champlain Towers South building were cleared away the week of July 19.
Report that led to priest’s resignation prompts journalism ethics questions
The use of high-tech data collection and cellphone tracking services has sparked a fresh discussion about journalism ethics.
Policy keeping migrants out may stay in place longer
The Biden administration may not roll back at the end of July a policy that keeps migrants out of the country, citing health measures given the rising number of coronavirus cases in the U.S.
Pope will lead Angelus, not Mass, on world day for elderly
The Vatican press office said Pope Francis, who had colon surgery July 4, would not preside over a liturgy July 25 marking the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly.
Ethiopian bishops say it is not too late to stop the war in Tigray
Ethiopian bishops are expressing a desire for peace, healing and reconciliation across the country, especially in Tigray following a yearlong war.