News & Commentary
Advocates warn human trafficking is bigger issue than concerns during game
OSV News
February 10, 2022
For the first time in 30 years, the NFL's Super Bowl has arrived in Los Angeles -- and with it, a fair share of the global media hype for which the annual sporting event is known.
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Cardinal O’Malley: Retired pope’s statement on abuse should galvanize all
OSV News
February 9, 2022
The head of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors said retired Pope Benedict's "witness and profound honesty should galvanize all of us to defend survivors of abuse and to protect all those entrusted to our care."
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Retired pope asks forgiveness in response to Munich abuse report
OSV News
February 8, 2022
At the age of 94, Retired Pope Benedict XVI said he knows he will soon stand before God's judgment and he prayed that he would be forgiven for his shortcomings, including in handling allegations of clerical sexual abuse.
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‘Called to Joy of Love’ is theme of National Marriage Week Feb. 7-14
OSV News
February 7, 2022
"Called to the Joy of Love" is the theme of this year's National Marriage Week USA Feb. 7-14. The week includes World Marriage Day, which this year is Feb. 13.
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Looking toward Olympics, pope emphasizes unity, peace
OSV News
February 4, 2022
The “true gold medal” at the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games goes to everything that helps the global community be more welcoming and accepting of all people, Pope Francis said.
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A year into presidency, criticism over immigration continues for Biden
OSV News
February 3, 2022
Immigration supporters say that while they welcomed President Joe Biden's 2020 election, when it comes to immigration policy, his administration, a year into its first term, has left much to be desired.
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Planned Parenthood report shows abortions, public funding up after Dobbs