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Russia’s war meant to eliminate Ukrainian people, archbishop says
The head of the Ukrainian Catholic Church said Russia's reasons for attacking Ukraine are nothing more than an excuse to justify its ultimate goal of wiping out the country and its people.
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Academics consider fallout, motivations from Roe decision leak
The May 2 leaked draft of an opinion in the upcoming Supreme Court’s abortion decision demonstrates the use of normal partisan fighting tactics seen in the other branches of government on a regular basis.
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N.Y. delegation visits Ukraine, bordering countries
New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan said he was surprised and inspired by Ukrainians he met when he made a brief visit to Lviv, Ukraine.
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Ordination survey finds dropping percentages of new white US priests
The annual report of new priests commissioned by the U.S. bishops shows that among those who responded, a shrinking number are white, a sign of the "little-C" catholic nature of the Catholic Church.
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Sister Norma Pimentel accepts peace award for families at border
Sister Norma Pimentel visualized the tear-streaked, weary faces of people she serves at the border during her acceptance speech for the Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award April 21 in Davenport.
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After expulsion from Philippines, nun continues solidarity work
Philippine elections are May 9, and a longtime advocate for Filipino farmers will be watching closely—from afar.
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Military archbishop urges respect for rule of law after follow-up strike on alleged drug boat