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Bishop Barron criticises Massachusetts governor over abortion law

Bishop Robert Barron said Massachusetts’ new abortion law marked a troubling change in the Democratic Party’s approach to abortion
Christine Rousselle

Karoline Leavitt stepping down as White House press secretary

The youngest person to serve as White House press secretary said she could not give the role the time required while being the mother of two young children
Christine Rousselle

BREAKING: ‘Baby Gabriel’ born in Texas as court order ensures treatment for heart defect

Gabriel was born in Texas on Wednesday after his biological parents had requested an abortion following his diagnosis with hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Christine Rousselle

Illinois bishop joins suit challenging assisted suicide law

The bishop of Springfield, Illinois, is among plaintiffs challenging a new law that they say violates their religious convictions and professional responsibilities
Christine Rousselle

In pictures: Chicago White Sox celebrate Pope Leo XIV on 'Pope Hat Night'

The Chicago White Sox honoured Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday night, with a full-stadium ‘Pope hat’ giveaway and a host of other events highlighting the city’s Catholic culture
Christine Rousselle

Texas attorney general orders hospitals to treat ‘Baby Gabriel,’ an unborn child with a heart defect

Ken Paxton said Texas would use ‘every tool available’ to ensure an unborn child with a serious heart defect receives medically necessary care after his surrogate mother refused abortion
Christine Rousselle

Massachusetts expands abortion access to any point in pregnancy

Governor Maura Healey signed legislation removing previous restrictions on abortion after the 24th week of pregnancy
Christine Rousselle

White Sox celebrate Pope Leo XIV with ‘Pope Hat Night’

The Chicago White Sox are celebrating Pope Leo XIV with a special night featuring Pope hats, Catholic school students and a ‘Peace Be With You’ greeting
Christine Rousselle

Pittsburgh diocese to end celebration of Traditional Latin Mass at parish

Bishop Mark Eckman said the permission for the Traditional Latin Mass at Saint Titus Church was intended to be temporary and will end when the current period expires
Christine Rousselle

Archbishop Hicks celebrates first public Mass since retinal surgery

Archbishop Ronald Hicks said his five-week absence from public ministry had been ‘a gift’, giving him more time for prayer as he continues to recover from surgery for a detached retina
Christine Rousselle