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China defends detention of Muslims in Xinjiang Watch

The Chinese government is defending its policy of mass detention and re-education of Muslims in the country's northwest as an appropriate ... continue reading

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Pope Francis calls use of nuclear weapons 'immoral' ahead of Japan trip Watch

In a video message to the country of Japan Nov. 18, Pope Francis said he prays that the power of nuclear weapons will never again be used ... continue reading

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Pope's cousin, a Salesian missionary, to join papal entourage in Thailand Watch

Salesian Sister Ana Rosa Sivori, Pope Francis' second cousin who has been a missionary in Thailand for over 50 years, will be in attendance ... continue reading

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Hong Kong protesters arrested at Catholic church Watch

Pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have continued to escalate into violence, with many apparent incidents of forceful police tactics, ... continue reading

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New Zealand to hold referendum on euthanasia, assisted suicide Watch

The New Zealand Parliament voted in favor of legalizing euthanasia and assisted suicide Wednesday, sending the bill to a referendum next ... continue reading

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UPDATED: Australian High Court refers Cardinal Pell's appeal of sex abuse conviction Watch

The Australian High Court announced Wednesday that Cardinal George Pell's application for special leave to appeal has been refferred to the ... continue reading

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Mother Teresa Award given to group that exposed organ trafficking in China Watch

An award named after Mother Teresa was given this week for outstanding efforts in social justice to a U.S.-based non-profit that has ... continue reading

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Former Melbourne cathedral workers doubt Pell abuse could have occurred Watch

Two former employees of the cathedral school in Melbourne, Australia are expressing strong doubts about the charges that landed Cardinal ... continue reading

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Chinese authorities offer land for new church after demolition protest Watch

Chinese authorities have offered a compensation to a Catholic community for the destruction of their church. The offer comes after ... continue reading

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After two major Philippines quakes, Catholic bishops call for prayers and aid Watch

Catholic bishops have appealed for prayers and aid for earthquake victims after two strong earthquakes hit the Philippines in the last ... continue reading

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