Housing bill to become law as federal data shows drop in homelessness

The legislative push comes as federal data shows homelessness has begun to fall nationwide.

Iranian delegation visits Our Lady of Guadalupe Basilica, engaging in 'interfaith dialogue'

At their request, a delegation of the Iranian embassy in Mexico City was given a tour of the Marian shrine, highlighting the reverence for the Virgin Mary shared by both Islam and Christianity.

Notre Dame awards religious liberty prize to Becket Fund for Supreme Court wins

Becket President Mark Rienzi said the group is "deeply honored" to be awarded the prize, saying religious liberty "is worth fighting for."

As the World Cup final looms, what lessons can defeat teach us?

In the world of sports, as in life, "we learn more from failure and mistakes than from achievements and successes," said former Monterrey Soccer Club director and priest Father David Jasso.

British Catholic politician's death investigated as murder, police say

Ann Widdecombe, who converted to the Catholic faith in 1993, was known for advocating conservative and pro-life positions in the British House of Commons.

U.S. Catholic bishops to lawmakers: SNAP policy is 'our greatest concern' in farm bill

The bishops are encouraging changes to the 2026 farm bill to strengthen domestic food assistance.

Nicaraguan bishop: Irrationality and cruelty are tragic characteristics of the dictatorship

Silvio Báez, the exiled auxiliary bishop of Managua, decried the persecution of the Church in Nicaragua but also expressed his hope that change is possible, placing his trust in Jesus Christ.

Catholic bishop: 'There's no political will in fight against terrorism in Nigeria'

Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza of the Diocese of Yola says the Nigerian government lacks the will to end the persistent insecurity that has claimed thousands of lives in the West African country.

How the design for the official logo for Pope Leo XIV's visit to France was created

Through vibrant, symbolic imagery, the logo captures the theme of the pope's visit, evoking peace and new life as well as France's spiritual heritage as expressed through its cathedrals' rose windows.

Northern Ireland launches inquiry into mother and baby homes with landmark bill

The inquiry will investigate issues raised in the Truth Recovery Independent Report, which was also published this week.