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Sébastien Mias, an éleveur, has launched a project to create zones humides in Côte-d’Or. The project aims to create new points d’eau for his troupeau. Sébastien Mias is working with the gestionnaire de l’eau de l’Armançon.

SourcesLa Croix

Quiapo Church has begun early security planning for Nazareno 2027. This year’s Traslación lasted nearly.

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Ariane Ascaride pays tribute to Marcel Pagnol on France Inter. She is aided by Laurent Stocker. The tribute is an homage to the writer and filmmaker.

SourcesLa Croix

Russians launched a new night of strikes in Kiev, killing at least 13. Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow is investing in ballistic missiles.

SourcesLa Croix

Russia has attacked Kyiv, hitting a pediatric hospital and a school. 12 people were killed in Kyiv and 1 in the surrounding region. Other regions, including Odessa and Chernihiv, were also attacked.

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Győri Czuczor Gergely Bencés Gimnázium és Kollégium invites to the opening ceremony of its 400th school year. The school is a Benedictine gymnasium and college.

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Vatican News publishes daily scripture readings. Today's readings include Ezekiel 36:23-28 and Matthew 22:1-14.

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François Fillon suspended from Légion d’honneur and ordre national du Mérite. Suspension is for 10 years.

SourcesLa Croix

Santé publique France reports 20 indigenous chikungunya cases in France. The disease is transmitted by the tiger mosquito.

SourcesLa Croix

Trócaire Chief Sean Farrell says aid cuts will cause 10 million child deaths by 2030. Extreme poverty could have been ended with pre-2025 aid policies. 800 million people remained in extreme poverty in 2024.

SourcesThe Irish Catholic

The third annual Dublin Eucharistic and Marian Procession took place on August 16. Participants braved rain to carry the Blessed Sacrament through the city centre. The procession paused outside Leinster House for a blessing over Ireland's parliament.

SourcesThe Irish Catholic

Mary Kennedy spoke at Knock Novena, expressing her desire to see women priests in the Catholic Church. She values women's contributions to the Church. Kennedy discussed her faith and the Church's checkered history.

SourcesThe Irish Catholic

Bishop Michael Router says the Synod is an opportunity to evangelise and bring back those who have walked away. The first major assembly will be in Meath on October 17. Bishop Router acknowledged that priests were among the critics but suggested this may be due to having to manage a growing workload.

SourcesThe Irish Catholic

Around 300 people gathered for the final Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral before its temporary closure for restoration works. The €17 million project will include conservation and structural work, accessibility improvements, electrical and mechanical upgrades and changes to the interior. St Mary’s was formally designated the Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Dublin last November.

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SourcesThe Irish Catholic

Bishop Michael Router has been appointed Bishop of Derry. He previously served as auxiliary Bishop of Armagh. The diocese of Derry has 51 parishes and a quarter of a million Catholics.

SourcesThe Irish Catholic

Bishops Niall Coll and Kevin Doran spoke at the National Novena to our Lady of Knock about technology's impact on everyday life. They focused on the rediscovery of humanity amidst technology's search for perfection. The bishops' talks were part of the annual Novena.

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Venezuela's government and opposition have agreed to overhaul the justice system. The agreement was reached during negotiations overseen by the United States government. The process aims to address the country's justice system.

SourcesThe Irish Catholic

Knock Shrine has attracted thousands of pilgrims for its annual Novena. The event provides an opportunity for prayer and reflection. This year's theme is 'Sheltered in God's Love,' and marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of Knock Basilica.

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SourcesThe Irish Catholic

Pope Leon XIV received a book about Xavier, a 29-year-old who died after living with muscular dystrophy. Elisabet Argemí, Xavier's sister, had tried to give the book to the Pope during his visit to Barcelona. The Pope asked her to tell him about the book when he stopped his car in Castel Gandolfo.

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Léon XIV will visit Saint-Marin on August 22, 2026. He will then participate in the Meeting of Rimini. The pope has shown interest in micro-states.

SourcesLa Croix

Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann leaves the Diocese of Speyer after nearly two decades. He advocated for optional celibacy, female diaconate, and greater lay participation.

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Mathieu Romano and ensemble Aedes perform at Vézelay. They have been ambassadors of diverse vocal repertoire for twenty years.

SourcesLa Croix

La Croix reports on zones humides et monde agricole. The law d’urgence agricole has revived tensions around water.

SourcesLa Croix

A Pew Research Center survey found that 65% of US Catholics favor the death penalty. 28% support it strongly.

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Archbishop Fisher delivered a homily at the Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia Retreat in Nashville, Tennessee. He spoke about Jesus fulfilling the law. The homily was given on Friday Mass on the 15th Week in Ordinary Time (Year 2).

SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

Fr Martin Delaney writes about the strain of funeral scheduling in one-priest parishes. He calls for better communication between clergy, undertakers and parishioners. Delaney shares his experience of visiting a woman in his parish and attending her funeral.

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The US sanctions the ICC president. Japan, Europe, and the UN back the ICC. The dispute highlights concern over powerful states resisting international accountability.

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