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Pope Francis, pressed by Belgium on sexual abuse, says Church acting 'decisively'

Pope Francis, pressed by Belgium on sexual abuse, says Church acting 'decisively'

Pope Francis was pressed firmly by Belgium's king and premier on Friday for more concrete action to address sexual abuse by Catholic clergy.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Rome considering limiting tourist access to Trevi Fountain

Rome considering limiting tourist access to Trevi Fountain

The Italian capital is preparing to host 2025 Jubilee, a year-long Roman Catholic event expected to attract 32 mln tourists and pilgrims.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Pope Francis says climate change a common cause during Istiqlal Mosque visit

Pope Francis says climate change a common cause during Istiqlal Mosque visit

Pope Francis invites Muslims and Catholics to push global leaders to confront the dangers of climate change and extremism.
Thu Sep 05 2024
In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Pope Francis warns against religious extremism

In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Pope Francis warns against religious extremism

Pope Francis said the Catholic Church would increase its efforts toward inter-religious dialogue in hopes of helping tamp down extremism.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Pope visit to Jakarta: Signing three MoUs to strengthen human fraternity

Pope visit to Jakarta: Signing three MoUs to strengthen human fraternity

Pope Francis arrived in Jakarta on Tuesday for a three-day visit to Indonesia, marking the beginning of the longest and most extensive tour ever undertaken by the head of the Catholic Church.
Tue Sep 03 2024
Pope, in Portugal, warns half a million young Catholics of social media snares

Pope, in Portugal, warns half a million young Catholics of social media snares

Pope Francis tells young people from all over the world to beware the false happiness lurking in social media.
Fri Aug 04 2023
Youth Catholics gather in Lisbon, awaiting pope

Youth Catholics gather in Lisbon, awaiting pope

Over 350,000 pilgrims registered to attend but Portuguese authorities say more than 1 million are expected for the World Youth Day event.
Wed Aug 02 2023
Several roads in Bukit Mertajam to be closed for St Anne's feast

Several roads in Bukit Mertajam to be closed for St Anne's feast

According to the church's management, more than 50,000 people are expected to attend the five-day feast celebrated by Catholics.
Fri Jul 28 2023
Out of vetoes, Portugal president enacts law allowing euthanasia

Out of vetoes, Portugal president enacts law allowing euthanasia

Portugal's conservative President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has signed a bill decriminialising euthanasia into law
Wed May 17 2023
World's oldest person, French nun Sister Andre, dies at 118 - Retirement home

World's oldest person, French nun Sister Andre, dies at 118 - Retirement home

Lucile Randon, who took the name of Sister Andre when she joined a Catholic charitable order in 1944, had survived COVID last year.
Wed Jan 18 2023
Pope in 2013 signed resignation letter in case of bad health

Pope in 2013 signed resignation letter in case of bad health

Francis has often said he would resign if health impaired him from running the 1.3 billion-member Roman Catholic Church.
Sun Dec 18 2022
Pope sacks leadership of worldwide Catholic charity, names commissioner

Pope sacks leadership of worldwide Catholic charity, names commissioner

The former staffer said employees had left jobs at the headquarters because of a climate of bullying, fear and "ritual humiliation".
Wed Nov 23 2022
Gunmen in Nigeria kidnap four Catholic nuns on highway

Gunmen in Nigeria kidnap four Catholic nuns on highway

Armed gangs have been kidnapping people, including priests, for ransom from villages and on highways increasing insecurity in Nigeria.
Mon Aug 22 2022
Pope rules against investigating Canadian cardinal over sex assault claim

Pope rules against investigating Canadian cardinal over sex assault claim

Francis has decided there is insufficient evidence to open a Church investigation into Canadian Cardinal over allegation of sexual assault.
Fri Aug 19 2022
Gunmen kill eight, kidnap 38 in Nigeria church attacks - Church officials

Gunmen kill eight, kidnap 38 in Nigeria church attacks - Church officials

The attack occurred during the morning service of a Catholic and Baptist church.
Tue Jun 21 2022
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024