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When a storm pummeled the electric grid and plunged much of northwest Indiana into darkness two weeks ago, Karen Simon was grateful she had a generator at her house to keep her refrigerator running so her food wouldn’t spoil.But unlike most people, she had another set of refrigerators to worry about — the commercial ones ... read more

A resident carries belongings across a road heavily covered in mud following flash floods on Aug. 27, 2026, in Trishuli, Nepal. A sudden flood swept through the Bhote Koshi River basin in northern Rasuwa on Aug. 26, damaging settlements, roads, and energy infrastructure as rescue teams searched for residents and foreign travelers reported ... read more

A view of St. Peter’s Basilica from the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross. The “Nurturing Unity Through Communication” seminar will take place at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross from Feb. 2–4, 2027. ... read more

A deadly gang attack near Haiti's capital that saw dozens killed and kidnapped should cause the U.S. to "rethink" its ending of deportation protections for hundreds of thousands of Haitians, Archbishop Thomas Wenski of Miami told OSV News. ... read more

Pål Johannes Nes Bishop Erik Varden speaks during Olsok celebrations marking the feast of St. Olav in Nidaros Cathedral on July 29, 2026. The upcoming 2030 millennium commemorates 1,000 years since the pivotal Battle of Stiklestad in 1030, where King Olav Haraldsson was martyred. ... read more

As Hurricane Lala barreled across the Hawaiian Islands Aug. 15-16, several Catholic organizations kept close watch over one of the hardest-hit areas — Hawaii Island's Kau district, home to Sacred Heart Church in Naalehu and Holy Rosary Church in Pahala. ... read more

The Diocese of Knoxville is mourning the passing of American artist and Tennessee native Dolly Parton and reflecting on her legacy.“I am very sorry to hear of her passing, and I am praying for those who are mourning her loss,” said Bishop Mark Beckman of Knoxville in a statement. "She made a wonderful contribution to ... read more

The Diocese of Knoxville, Tennessee, is remembering the late Dolly Parton — whose career as a singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist spanned decades — as "one of our own." ... read more

Pope Leo XIV has offered prayers and condolences to the victims of major floods along the Nepal-China border that have claimed several hundred lives so far.The flooding disaster was driven by what the U.S. Geological Survey said was a glacial collapse near the Nepalese capital of Kathmandu, one that displaced huge volumes of water and ... read more

Mark Balma's fresco of the annunciation pays tribute to victims of the Annunciation school shooting with blue and green ribbons in the lower right corner. Through sacred art, a neighboring parish is paying tribute to the Annunciation parish community in Minneapolis after the deadly shooting last year. ... read more

Pope Leo XIV delivers his remarks during his private audience with participants on drug addiction, promoted by the Pontifical Commission for Latin America (CAL), at the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican on Aug. 27, 2026. The pontiff met on Aug. 27 with participants of a conference promoted by the Pontifical Commission for ... read more

A communications conference in Rome in 2027 will explore how Catholic journalists and media professionals can help foster a climate of trust.The convocation for “Nurturing Unity Through Communication” will be hosted by the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome from Feb. 2–4, 2027. Typically held every two years, it will be the 15th ... read more

Dolly Parton's Christianity was radically inclusive, full of love and never took itself too seriously. Michael O'Loughlin looks back on the life and legacy of an American icon. ... read more

Daniel Ibáñez/EWTN News Cardinal Charles Maung Bo. He warned Catholic legislators of their responsibility to be leaders in AI regulation during a peace summit in Assisi, Italy. ... read more

Pope Leo XIV has highlighted the importance of the family in preventing drug addiction in young people, saying that there is “no better defense against drugs than a good family.”The pontiff made these remarks during a private audience on Aug. 27 with participants in a conference on drug abuse, promoted by the Pontifical Commission for ... read more