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Bangladesh bishops say ‘no’ to government financial support

Bangladesh bishops say “no” to government support, Seoul archbishop urges defense of life amid war, second church built in Mosul after ISIS, and more in this week’s roundup of Catholic world news.

10 Catholic facts about Monaco: Billionaires, martyrs, and Europe’s last Catholic state

Pope Leo XIV will make a historic one-day visit to the principality of Monaco on March 28. Here are 10 key things to know about the tiny nation and its enduring Catholic identity.

U.S. chemical abortions as a result of telehealth rise by 25%, report finds

Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news.

U.S. chemical abortions as a result of telehealth rise by 25%, report finds

Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news.

Republican lawmakers oppose former Chilean president’s UN bid over abortion views

Nearly 30 lawmakers are urging the U.S. to “use its veto power” to prevent Michelle Bachelet from being selected as U.N. secretary-general and “to preserve the role for a more qualified candidate.”

After storms devastate Hawaii, Catholic groups and parishes mobilize to aid victims

Catholic organizations, including EPIC Ministry, the Knights of Columbus, and Catholic Charities Hawaii — as well as many Catholic parishes — are assisting many who have lost homes and livelihoods.

‘A clear statement of guilt’: Diocese of Albany announces $148 million settlement for abuse victims

The diocese in New York declared bankruptcy just over three years ago.

California grandmother aims for 10,000 signatures on petition against second-trimester abortions

Mary Waldorf is rallying her town to petition against second-trimester abortions offered by Enloe Medical Center.

Buffalo Diocese will pay $10 million more into abuse settlement, lighten burden on some parishes

The diocese has faced criticism from parishioners over high levels of contribution requirements for some parishes.

Lawmakers urge Trump to advocate for China’s release of Christian pastor at upcoming summit

Pastor Ezra Jin was detained along with dozens of other church leaders in October 2025.