World News

A recently-compiled database found that at least 14,000 Americans have died by assisted suicide since 1997, but the actual number is likely much higher because not all states provide data. Disabilities advocates in Buffalo, New York, during a candlelight vigil in opposition to assisted suicide. | Credit: New York Alliance ... read more

Scripture for Life: On this Easter morn, let us heed the command to start again, to reinterpret everything in our own lives and all of history in the light of Christ's definitive victory over evil. ... read more

 Leo's rhetorical question is another example of his reserved, if pointed, approach to weighing in on global issues — particularly those concerning the United States. ... read more

The Cathedral of Christ the King in Reykjavík, Iceland. (Images: Jon Gretarsson and Wikipedia) A flashpoint of Catholic faith and life in the Western liberal democracies is occurring in an unusual place: Iceland. The Church has been in the headlines this month in the North Atlantic island nation, a rather unusual occurrence, ... read more

Cover of Roberto de Mattei's new book. At the launch of his new book, professor Roberto de Mattei recalls Pope St. Pius X’s secretary of state who placed truth above party and nation. ... read more

“Do those Christians who bear grave responsibility in armed conflicts have the humility and courage to make a serious examination of conscience and to go to confession?” the pontiff asked. Pope Leo XIV meets with priests participating in the annual course dedicated to the formation of confessors organized by the ... read more

On Friday, March 13, Pope Leo XIV issued a direct appeal to Christians who bear responsibility in armed conflicts, urging them to undertake a serious examination of conscience.“Do those Christians who bear grave responsibility in armed conflicts have the humility and courage to make a serious examination of conscience and to go to confession?” the ... read more

SRF is seeking a Development Associate to work closely with the Senior Vice President in managing donor engagement, coordinating fundraising efforts, and supporting a wide range of development activities. ... read more

The Sudan Relief Fund Fellowship is a one-year, full-time opportunity for a motivated, mission-driven individual seeking meaningful experience inside an international humanitarian organization. ... read more

Daniel Ibáñez Pope Leo XIV stops to talk to reporters as he's Castel Gandolfo to return to the Vatican on March 3, 2026. VATICAN DIARY: As he nears his one-year anniversary, the Holy Father is expected to put more of his stamp on his pontificate. ... read more

Former Vatican auditor general Libero Milone revealed details about the work he oversaw with the Vatican finances with the late Cardinal George Pell, including financial irregularities and unaccounted-for sums of money.“We need to be sure, and I say this as a Catholic and as an accountant, that we are informed correctly about the state of ... read more

“If the Vatican finances are sound, it means that our Church will continue. If the Vatican finances are not sound, it’s going to have problems,” former Vatican auditor general Libero Milone said. Former Vatican auditor general Libero Milone speaks with EWTN News correspondent Colm Flynn in an exclusive interview. | ... read more

Mothers matter, now and for eternity. An online magazine recently featured an article entitled, “Stories From Real Women Who Regret Having Children,” part of a long-time trend in secular media to denigrate motherhood, having children, and the family. This week on Register Radio, Andrea Picciotti-Bayer, attorney, Register legal analyst, and mother of ten, ... read more

Two weeks ago in my Editor’s Desk column, I asked, “Will we go to war with Iran or won’t we?” A few hours later, we found out: we will. I’ve been clear that I believe this war (and yes, it is a war) does not satisfy the conditions of Just War Theory. Further, America’s involvement ... read more

Abortion pills Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news. ... read more