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War-struck children in Sudan tell of harrowing violence
Posted on 07/12/2025 07:23 AM ()
For over two years, the people of Sudan have been subjected to a civil war that has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions of people. The children are paying the highest price.
4th Zanzibar Cup to highlight fraternity through kitesurfing
Posted on 07/12/2025 07:13 AM ()
The 4th International Kitesurf Race known as the "Zanzibar Cup" is set to take place from 30-31 August 2025 with registration underway until 10 August latest. The international regatta in Tanzania aims to promote the best in sportsmanship and fraternity.
Parish of Castel Gandolfo joyful ahead of Pope Leo’s Mass
Posted on 07/12/2025 06:14 AM ()
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit and celebration of Mass on Sunday, the parish priest of St. Thomas of Villanova in Castel Gandolfo shares the excitement and faith of his parishioners.
Cardinal Zuppi: Pope Leo XIV asks us to make every community a 'home of peace'
Posted on 07/12/2025 06:13 AM ()
Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, the President of the Italian Episcopal Conference, speaks to Vatican News about Pope Leo XIV’s invitation to develop a pastoral approach to peace in all Dioceses.
Pope Leo XIV: Embrace 'marvelous adventure' of following Christ more closely
Posted on 07/12/2025 03:01 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV invites members of several religious congregations holding their General Chapters to take part in the "marvelous adventure" of following Christ more closely.
World Bank mobilises $80 billion to reconstruct Ukraine
Posted on 07/12/2025 01:54 AM ()
Anna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations at the World Bank, speaks to Vatican News about the organisation’s support for war-torn Ukraine – from financing repairs to energy infrastructure to helping farmers increase their yields.
Lord's Day Reflection: Who is my neighbour?
Posted on 07/12/2025 01:00 AM ()
As the Church celebrates the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary time, Father John Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme, "Who is my neighbour? A call to compassion in challenging times".
Disrupted schooling in Ukraine has led to ‘emotional instability in children’
Posted on 07/11/2025 08:32 AM ()
The director of the largest global fund dedicated to education explains to Vatican News how the war in Ukraine has dramatically impacted children’s access to education.
‘Social Hackathon’ allows Thai youth to experience synodality
Posted on 07/11/2025 07:54 AM ()
‘Mission Possible’ is the title of the Second Edition of the Youth Social Hackathon, which offers students in Thailand the opportunity to identify issues in their communities, propose creative responses, and present their ideas to a panel of experts with the possibility of receiving funding to make their solution a reality.
West African communities facing crisis as fishing industry under strain
Posted on 07/11/2025 07:02 AM ()
In West Africa, traditional fishing communities are facing a profound crisis as industrial fishmeal production, driven by foreign fleets and global demand, destroys local stocks and livelihoods.