This is the text from Pope Leo XIV’s address Jan. 7, 2026, at the opening of the Extraordinary Consistory with the College of ...

In the wake of Cameroon’s contentious Oct. 12 presidential election, the Catholic Church is facing mounting criticism for its ...

In his opening address at the extraordinary consistory convened for Jan. 7–8, Pope Leo XIV assured the cardinals from around the world gathered at the Vatican that “I am here to listen.” The Holy ...

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"This will be our way of proceeding," the pontiff began, "being attentive to the heart, mind and spirit of each; listening to ...

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As we head into December 2025, both Brenda Lee and Bobby Helms are in the Top 5 on Billboard’s Holiday 100 — for 1958’s “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” and 1957’s “Jingle Bell Rock,” respectively.

Joyann Parker will bring her “Classic Ladies of Country” tribute to New Ulm on Saturday. Parker’s show, which was named Best Tribute Act by the Midwest Country Music Association, highlights ...

We asked Alexander Skokan for a comment on the results of 2025 – and he sent us a whole article, moreover one devoted to the ...