May 01 African Catholics say it would be nice to see themselves reflected in the next pope By Rodney Muhumuza, Associated Press If the next pope is from sub-Saharan Africa, he would be the first in Catholic Church history. Continue reading
Apr 22 Watch 7:17 Supreme Court hears major case on public school curriculum and parental rights By Amna Nawaz, Marcia Coyle, Ali Schmitz, Taylor Bowie The Supreme Court heard arguments in a major case focused on parental rights and public schools. At the center of the case is a dispute over a curriculum in Maryland that included books featuring LGBTQ+ characters. Some parents asked for… Continue watching
Apr 21 LISTEN: Supreme Court signals support for parents who object to LGBTQ books in public schools By Mark Sherman, Associated Press The court seemed likely Tuesday to find the Montgomery County school system could not require elementary school children to sit through lessons involving the books if parents expressed religious objections to them. Continue reading
Apr 21 A timeline of Pope Francis' life By Associated Press On Sunday, Pope Francis gave his final goodbye to the faithful. Continue reading
Apr 21 Pope Francis reached out to migrants and LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition By Associated Press Advocating for migrants was one of Francis' priorities as pope. He denounced the “globalization of indifference” shown to would-be refugees. Continue reading
Apr 21 Here are some of Pope Francis' memorable quotes By Associated Press Pope Francis’ first words delivered from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica were a simple greeting: “Brothers and sisters, good evening!”… Continue reading
Apr 21 Read Pope Francis' death announcement By Associated Press The death of Pope Francis was announced Monday by Cardinal Kevin Farrell. Continue reading
Apr 21 These cardinals are possible contenders to be the next pope By Associated Press There are always front-runners, known as “papabile,” who have at least some of the qualities considered necessary to be pope. Continue reading
Apr 21 What to know about Pope Francis' death By Vanessa Gera, Nicole Winfield, Associated Press “Brothers and sisters, Happy Easter,” he said Sunday from the same loggia where Jorge Mario Bergoglio was introduced to the world on March 13, 2013 as the 266th pope. Continue reading
Apr 09 For many Jews, Passover celebrations will occur amid anxieties and divisions By David Crary, Associated Press Passover celebrations this year will again occur amid anxieties and divisions among many Jews related to the unresolved Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza and the specter of widespread antisemitism. Continue reading