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Filipino bishop decries government corruption as ‘grave sin’
Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo of Kidapawan, Philippines, spoke out against government corruption during a June 28 rally at the People…
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Cardinal demands action by Nigeria government against kidnappings, says ‘no excuse’ for silence
ABUJA, Nigeria — Cardinal John Onaiyekan has challenged Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration to intensify efforts to end kidnapping…
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Why Pakistan’s bishops doubt government will act on minor’s forced marriage
LAHORE, Pakistan — The head of the Catholic Church in Pakistan has expressed a guarded response to government committees formed…
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Protests, criticism from Church leaders force Indian government to delay bill on foreign donations
Though the Indian Hindu nationalist government was prepared to discuss a controversial amendment on foreign donations in the Indian Parliament…
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Government of Cuba announces release of more than 2,000 prisoners for Easter
The Cuban government announced the release of 2,010 prisoners for Easter on April 2 — the highest number in recent…
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Bangladesh bishops say ‘no’ to government financial support
Bangladesh bishops say ‘no’ to government financial support After the government of recently elected Prime Minister Tarique Rahman of Bangladesh…
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Cuban government to release 51 prisoners following Vatican talks
The Cuban government announced that it will release 51 people from prison because of its “smooth” relations with the Vatican…
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Trump administration urged to act as Armenian government increases pressure on Apostolic Church
International human rights advocates called on the Trump administration to caution Armenia’s government against veering into authoritarianism amid increased suppression…
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U.S. government reminds public schools to allow prayer
Public schools in the United States are required by the U.S. Constitution to allow students and staff to pray, the…
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