News & Commentary
Vatican says Swiss Guards investigating alleged antisemitic gesture
The Vatican press office confirmed the Pontifical Swiss Guard is investigating an incident involving one of the guards who has been accused of making an antisemitic gesture.
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‘Nuremberg’ examines capacity of ordinary men to commit extraordinary evil
A new thriller about the Nuremberg trials held to prosecute high-ranking Nazi Germany officials following World War II wrestles with the capacity of ordinary men to commit extraordinary evil.
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Pope answers questions about migrants, Venezuela, Rupnik trial
Speaking with reporters November 4 outside his residence in Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo responded to questions about migrants, the situation in Venezuela, and the trial of Father Marko Rupnik.
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Pope’s prayer intention is for those struggling with suicidal thoughts
Pope Leo XIV has asked Catholics to join him in praying for those who struggle with suicidal thoughts, and for all people "who live in darkness and despair."
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After judge’s order, Trump administration to issue partial SNAP payments
The Trump administration has indicated that it will not appeal court orders directing it to pay SNAP benefits, but that it will only issue partial payments in November.
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With Gaza situation fragile, Christian’s presence in Holy Land ‘threatened’
In the Gaza Strip, the fragile calm following the Oct. 13 Israel-Hamas peace deal has brought little relief to the enclave's small Christian community.
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Survey: Young adults are engaged and at risk of leaving the church
A new survey shows young adult Catholics are the most engaged in the Latin Church in the U.S. – but the “strong” dynamic is also “fragile,” and questions of leaving the church persist.