Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City, president of the United States Conference of Catholic bishops, meets with President Donald Trump on Jan. 12, 2026. | Credit: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City …

Seven MapsNicaragua is seen on a map. One newspaper reported the release of at least 30 political prisoners, while other media outlets reported a lower number.

St. Francis of Assisi Special year commemorates the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death.

St. Francis of Assisi. | Credit: Paolo Gallo/Shutterstock , Jan 12, 2026 / 17:21 pm (CNA). On the occasion of the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of …

Daniel IbáñezPope Leo XIV walks down the steps at the Vatican’s Paul VI Audience Hall during a meeting with students Oct. 30, 2025, for the Jubilee of the World of …

Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts is releasing a report outlining ways to promote and support family life amid low marriage and birth rates on Jan. 12, 2026. | Credit: Jack …

Daniel Ortega, dictator of Nicaragua. | Credit: Council of Communication and Citizenship of the Government of Nicaragua – el19digital.com (CC0 1.0) Jan 12, 2026 / 16:21 pm (CNA). The Nicaraguan …