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January 5, 2025

World's oldest person identified as 117-year-old nun who loves soccer

LongeviQuest, an organization that tracks supercentenarians around the globe, released a statement on Saturday declaring Sister Inah Canabarro as the world's oldest person at 117 years old.

December 27, 2024

Pope Francis kicks off Holy Year at Vatican with over 32 million visitors expected

Pope Francis kicked off the Jubilee this week, marking the start of the Holy Year in Italy as 32 million pilgrims are expected to travel to Rome this year.

December 25, 2024

Pope Francis addresses Ukraine, Middle East in Christmas Day message: 'May the sound of weapons be silenced'

Pope Francis, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, delivered the "Urbi et Orbi" Christmas message and blessing from the Vatican at noon local time.

December 24, 2024

3 Advent food traditions, each with 'its own story,' from around the world

Advent and Christmas come with many different traditions, including those of the culinary variety. Here's a look at three different food customs from around the world.

December 23, 2024

Cardinal Dolan invites viewers to church this holiday season: 'We need the fire of faith'

Archbishop of New York Timothy Cardinal Dolan invites Americans to church after a study showed only 47% are expected to attend Christmas services and discusses the possibility of a 'religious reawakening.'

December 22, 2024

There 'seems to be a newfound appreciation for the role of faith,' Cardinal Dolan says

Archbishop of New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan shares his Christmas message, reflects on the reopening of Notre Dame and weighs in on the rise in people turning to faith.

December 22, 2024

Advent reminder: Jesus Christ brought 'true peace' to the world, says Texas pastor

Pastor Jeremiah Johnston reflects on Hebrews 10:5-7, a conversation between Jesus and God at the incarnation of Christ. Jesus, Johnston said, brought "true peace" to the world.

December 21, 2024

Pope to skip outdoor Sunday prayer after catching cold days ahead of Christmas Eve, Day Masses

Pope Francis is suffering from a cold and will give the Sunday blessing ahead of a busy week that includes Christmas Eve and Day Masses and the start of the Holy Year.

December 20, 2024

President-elect Trump appoints outspoken conservative as Vatican ambassador: ‘Blessings and responsibilities’

Just five days before Christmas Day, President-elect Donald Trump announced he is appointing outspoken conservative and president of Catholic Vote Brian Burch to serve as the U.S. ambassador to the Vatican.

December 17, 2024

Pope Francis reveals he was nearly assassinated during historic Iraq trip

Pope Francis revealed an attempt on his life was foiled during his historic trip to Iraq, according to reports, reflecting on the event in his upcoming memoir.