Climatologist Cat Berro warns of a greater likelihood of large-scale landslides occurring globally, which may affect glaciers. The retreat of glaciers and the thawing of permafrost are leading to a general destabilisation of high-mountain regions. This warning comes after a natural disaster occurred on the border with Tibet.
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Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · L'Osservatore Romano · Holy See Press Office- 01 discussCultureNew1h ago
Climatologist Cat Berro warns of a greater likelihood of large-scale landslides occurring globally, which may affect glaciers.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
- 02 discussReligious OrdersUpdated1h ago
The mortal remains of Saint Monica were discovered in the 15th century near the church of Sant'Aurea in Ostia.
3 sources·7 reports·L'Osservatore RomanoVatican News
The mortal remains of Saint Monica were discovered in the 15th century near the church of Sant'Aurea in Ostia. The Augustinian friars transferred them to Rome with the permission of Pope Martin V. They are now enshrined in the Roman basilica of St Augustine in Campo Marzio.
- 03 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV received participants in a meeting on addiction in Latin America, organized by the Pontifical Commission for Latin America.
4 sources·7 reports·Holy See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV received participants in a meeting on addiction in Latin America, organized by the Pontifical Commission for Latin America. The Pope emphasized the need for comprehensive responses to the problem of addiction, including community-based prevention, scientific care, and close pastoral support. He also highlighted the importance of collaboration between the Church and international organizations to address the issue.
- 04 discussBishopsUpdated4h ago
Pope Leo XIV visited the Rimini Meeting, a gathering organized by the Communion and Liberation movement.
6 sources·9 reports·Vatican NewsAgenzia FidesL'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV visited the Rimini Meeting, a gathering organized by the Communion and Liberation movement. He delivered a speech and met with people with disabilities and the poor. The Pope emphasized the importance of attraction and mercy in the Church's mission.
- 05 discussCultureNew4h ago
Vatican News publishes a short story about a nun's inner journey.
Vatican News
Vatican News publishes a short story about a nun's inner journey. The story is titled "Hộa Giải Với Chính Mình". The nun struggles with guilt and self-forgiveness after her father's death.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussCulture6h ago
Climatologist Daniele Cat Berro comments on the recent disaster in Nepal.
2 sources·Vatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano
Climatologist Daniele Cat Berro comments on the recent disaster in Nepal. He warns of more disasters due to permafrost thawing.
The Church throughout the world
The five parts the Annuario Pontificio counts, and in each of them only publishers who speak from it: a bishops' conference, a diocese, a Catholic paper of that place. An agency reporting about a continent from another one is in the wire below, not here.
Thursday, August 27
55 stories · 11 corroborated- 01 discussEducationNew2h ago
The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli holds the Festival della Parola 2026.
2 sources·Diocese of Massa Carrara–PontremoliToscana Oggi
The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli holds the Festival della Parola 2026. The festival starts on August 27 in Avenza. The program includes a study on Genesis 1-11.
- 03 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
The Diocese of Knoxville is remembering Dolly Parton as 'one of our own'.
5 sources·Catholic ReviewNational Catholic ReporterThe Monitor+2
The Diocese of Knoxville is remembering Dolly Parton as 'one of our own'. Parton was a singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist. She died at age 80.
SourcesCatholic ReviewNational Catholic ReporterThe MonitorCatholic News AgencyWord on Fire
- 04 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
A Jerusalem court acquitted a man who assaulted a French nun, citing mental illness.
2 sources·OSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
A Jerusalem court acquitted a man who assaulted a French nun, citing mental illness. The nun was working in Jerusalem as a researcher.
SourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 05 discussVaticanUpdated3h ago
Pope Leo XIV met with participants of an international meeting on drug addiction in Latin America.
13 sources·19 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with participants of an international meeting on drug addiction in Latin America. He emphasized the importance of family in preventing drug addiction and expressed his desire for the Church to be a home for all those on the margins of society. The meeting was organized by the Papal Commission for Latin America and the PLAPA.
SourcesVatican News
- 07 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Norway’s bishops seek a papal jubilee for 2030-2031 to spark spiritual renewal in the north.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Norway’s bishops seek a papal jubilee for 2030-2031 to spark spiritual renewal in the north. The jubilee commemorates 1,000 years since the Battle of Stiklestad. Norway’s bishops made the request.
- 08 discussVaticanUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed sadness over the devastating floods in Nepal, which killed 168 people.
20 sources·39 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed sadness over the devastating floods in Nepal, which killed 168 people. He prayed for the victims and their families. The floods were caused by a glacial collapse in the Nepal-China border.
SourcesVatican News
- 09 discussBishops7h ago
The new presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received in audience by Pope Leo XIV The meeting was marked by dialogue on the life of the Church in Portugal.
2 sources·Diocese of Leiria–FátimaDiocese of Santarém
The new presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received in audience by Pope Leo XIV The meeting was marked by dialogue on the life of the Church in Portugal. The conference discussed the main challenges facing the Church and society.
- 10 discussChurch & StateNew1h ago
Two Filipino Dominican theologians are inviting the Catholic Church to look beyond AI technology and ask how it can be developed and used to safeguard human dignity and serve the common…
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Two Filipino Dominican theologians are inviting the Catholic Church to look beyond AI technology and ask how it can be developed and used to safeguard human dignity and serve the common good. They are exploring how the Church should respond to AI. The theologians are from the Philippines.
- 16 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly
Father Timothy Tarnacki gave a talk at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa. He is leaving for a new assignment with the Pauline Fathers. The event was part of the Theology on Fire series.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 17 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Missionari Figli del Cuore Immacolato di Maria
Claretian Missionaries held the 2026 Claretian Youth Rally in Ilaro, Nigeria. The rally was attended by young people from various apostolates. The theme was "Take Courage, I Have Overcome the World".
- 23 discussCultureNew3h ago
OC Catholic
OC Catholic publishes episode 67 of Sounds from the Sanctuary, celebrating America's 250th birthday. The episode features American organists.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 25 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Vatican News publishes a short story about a man's journey back to his faith and family.
Vatican News
Vatican News publishes a short story about a man's journey back to his faith and family. The story, 'Cây Thập Giá Trong Lòng Biển', tells of Hùng's return to his hometown after 7 years. He learns to reconcile with his father, God, and himself through small gestures. The story highlights the importance of reconciliation and forgiveness.
SourcesVatican News
- 27 discussBishopsNew4h ago
CatholicPhilly
Archbishop Pérez announces clergy appointments effective Sept. 1. The appointments include a new parochial vicar assignment and school ministry roles at four Catholic high schools.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 28 discussCultureNew4h ago
Vatican News has published a short story called 'Dọn Phòng'.
Vatican News
Vatican News has published a short story called 'Dọn Phòng'. The story is about a mother's journey of inner transformation amidst family struggles. The story ends with a sense of forgiveness and hope in God.
SourcesVatican News
- 32 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Vatican News publishes a short story about a youth leader's journey to humility.
Vatican News
Vatican News publishes a short story about a youth leader's journey to humility. The story tells of a youth leader who learns to serve others in silence. The story is part of the #275 Bước Từng Bước series.
SourcesVatican News
- 35 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
A group of women in Cabo Verde organized a week of training in recycling.
Vatican News
A group of women in Cabo Verde organized a week of training in recycling. The event was part of the celebrations of the three Archangels. The project aims to promote environmentalism in the community.
SourcesVatican News
- 37 discussReligious OrdersNew5h ago
Oblate di Nazareth
The documents were approved by the Executive Committee in 2026.
SourcesOblate di Nazareth
- 44 discussLiturgyNew5h ago
Caritas Italiana
Caritas Italiana produces bags for liturgical congress. The bags were made by boys from the Istituto Penale per Minorenni (IPM) of Bicocca.
SourcesCaritas Italiana
- 46 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Catholic Review
The Blue Mass will be celebrated at three parishes to recognize responders. The Mass honors police officers, first responders and firefighters.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 47 discussReligious Orders6h ago
Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
FPMT Inc. Board has published an update. FPMT Inc. Board update is available.
SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
- 48 discussLife & Family6h ago
Gabriella Gambino spoke at the Meeting in Rimini.
Vatican News
Gabriella Gambino spoke at the Meeting in Rimini. She discussed the beauty of love "forever". She said that marriages are also a testament.
SourcesVatican News
- 52 discussVatican6h ago
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher met Yuri Ushakov, advisor to the Russian president.
L'Osservatore Romano
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher met Yuri Ushakov, advisor to the Russian president. The meeting took place today.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 53 discussCulture6h ago
A landslide in Nepal has killed at least 270 people and left over 1,500 missing.
L'Osservatore Romano
A landslide in Nepal has killed at least 270 people and left over 1,500 missing. The disaster occurred after a glacier collapsed on the Himalayas, on the border between Nepal and Tibet.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 54 discussLiturgy7h ago
FSSPX.News
Leo XIV acknowledges abuses in the liturgical reform but refuses to find the cause in the reform itself. He defends the reform despite a crisis linked to the new Ordo.
SourcesFSSPX.News
- 55 discussCatholic Life7h ago
FSSPX.News
Rosa Mystica has been serving in the Philippines for almost 20 years. Volunteers share their testimonies about the mission. The mission provides medical care and spiritual care.
SourcesFSSPX.News
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