Democratic lawmaker asks ICE director if he's 'going to hell' in fiery hearing

Top U.S. immigration officials defended their policies during a contentious hearing as lawmakers continue to negotiate potential ICE funding and reforms.

Pope Leo XIV: 'The Church is the rightful home of Sacred Scripture'

Pope Leo XIV spoke about Sacred Scripture during his weekly audience with pilgrims in the Vatican.

Catholic digital assets company about to mint its first stablecoin

Catholic entrepreneurs Eddie Cullen and Karl Kilb want to use new financial technologies to benefit the Catholic Church and its charitable work.

The image of Our Lady of Lourdes that's not there but everyone sees it

Those who visit the chapel of the Our Lady of Lourdes shrine in the city of Alta Gracia, Argentina, witness a phenomenon that has no explanation.

Diocese of Pittsburgh: 7 churches to close next month

Parishioners learned that seven churches will be closed in March due to financial constraints and lower Mass attendance.

BREAKING: Bishop Rhoades expresses 'strong opposition' to professor's appointment at Notre Dame

Notre Dame has been at the center of controversy since early January when it named global affairs Professor Susan Ostermann as director of the school's Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies.

Christian churches in Italy sign ecumenical pact

The pact emphasizes mutual respect, social cohesion, common witness, prayer, and shared work.

Archbishop Checchio takes helm in New Orleans as pope accepts Archbishop Aymond's resignation

Pope Leo XIV appointed Archbishop James Checchio coadjutor archbishop of New Orleans in September 2025 to automatically succeed the 76-year-old Archbishop Gregory Aymond upon his retirement.

Pope Leo XIV to visit Australia in 2028, Sydney bishop says

Pope Leo XIV has indicated he intends to travel to Sydney in 2028 to preside over the International Eucharistic Congress, which will mark the 100th anniversary of Australia's first such gathering.

Jimmy Lai's family responds to 20-year prison sentence

Jimmy Lai's children have spoken out following his 20-year prison sentence, detailing international support as they work for a release.