Nigeria declares emergency after school abductions
Nigeria's president declares national emergency following mass abductions of schoolgirls at St. Mary's Catholic School. Latest developments and international response.
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London French immersion students to be reassigned next year
Parents express frustration after Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School announces Grade 9 French immersion students will be reassigned next year. Learn about the community response.
Nigerian parents kept in dark over abducted children
Parents in Nigeria's Papiri community remain uninformed about their children's fate days after gunmen stormed St. Mary's Catholic School. Authorities face mounting criticism over information blackout.
Thailand Floods Kill 33, Families on Rooftops
Severe flooding in southern Thailand has claimed 33 lives, forcing residents to perch on rooftops for safety. Cars and homes are submerged in Songkhla province. Read the latest updates.
Sexual Abuse Survivors Face Barriers to Justice in Canada
A new federal report reveals systemic barriers prevent 94% of sexual assault survivors from reporting. Learn about the urgent need for trauma-informed justice reform.
Parents plead for rescue of abducted Nigeria students
Parents of students abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Nigeria are desperately pleading for their rescue. The November 22nd incident has sparked international concern.
Vatican responds to African bishops on polygamy concerns
The Vatican addresses African bishops' questions about polygamy with new document affirming monogamous marriage. Cardinal Fernandez leads response.
St. Anne's Church Fire Ruled Arson After Probe
Ontario Fire Marshal concludes the devastating 2024 fire at historic St. Anne's Anglican Church was likely arson. The investigation seeks public help after 18-month delay.
Winnipeg church wants barbed wire fence against crime
St. John Cantius Church in Winnipeg is pushing to install a barbed wire fence to protect against trespassers, vandals and thieves. Learn about the security concerns and community response.
Historic 1891 church cross stolen in Tecumseh
The original cross from Ste. Anne's Church in Tecumseh, dating back to 1891, has been stolen. Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the disappearance of this significant religious artifact.
Historic Toronto Church Fire Suspected Arson
A devastating fire at St. Anne's Anglican Church in Toronto is being investigated as a suspected arson. The historic landmark was severely damaged in the June 2024 blaze.
Orléans Catholic School Opening Pushed to 2027
The opening of a new Catholic elementary school in Orléans has been postponed until 2027, affecting local families and educational planning in the community.
Calls for Change in Sexual Assault Survivor Treatment
Ottawa advocates demand reforms to Canada's justice system, citing intimidation and systemic barriers that prevent sexual assault survivors from reporting crimes and accessing justice.
Vatican returns Indigenous artifacts to Canada
The Vatican's return of Indigenous artifacts raises questions about true reconciliation. Is this a gift or long-overdue restitution? Explore the complex history.
Pope Accepts Resignation of Bishop in Abuse Case
Pope Leo XIV makes first known move on clergy abuse case, accepting Spanish bishop's resignation. Read about this significant development in church accountability.
New Archbishop Appointed for Edmonton Catholic Diocese
Pope Leo XIV appoints Bishop Stephen A. Hero as the new Archbishop of Edmonton, marking a significant leadership change for Alberta's Catholic community.
Bishop Stephen Hero Named Edmonton's New Archbishop
Pope Leo XIV appoints Bishop Stephen A. Hero, formerly of Prince Albert, as the eighth Archbishop of Edmonton. His installation is scheduled for January 2026. Learn more about his journey.
Police seek more victims after trucker sexual assault charges
Ontario Provincial Police urge additional victims to come forward after long-haul trucker faces sexual assault and luring charges. Authorities believe there may be more victims.
Pope Leo XIV Changes Wordle Start Word Daily
Vatican reveals Pope Leo XIV's unique Wordle approach, changing his starting word daily. Discover how this modern habit connects with his spiritual routine.
Children and Staff Abducted at Nigerian Catholic School
Armed men storm a Catholic school in Nigeria, abducting children and staff in the latest kidnapping incident. Details emerging about the security crisis.
Second Orléans EarlyON Centre Closes, Worrying Families
The Charlemagne EarlyON Child and Family Centre in Orléans is closing Nov. 30, the second such closure since September. Families fear a major gap in free early-learning programs. Learn more about the impact.
Spain exhumes Franco-era victim in recovery effort
Spain continues its historical memory initiative with the exhumation of another victim from Francisco Franco's dictatorship era, part of ongoing national reconciliation efforts.
Pope Supports US Bishops on Immigration Policy
Pope Leo XIV endorses US bishops' condemnation of Trump administration's immigration crackdown, calling for humane treatment of migrants while acknowledging border control rights.
Victims' ombudsperson releases justice system report
Federal Ombudsperson Benjamin Roebuck to release comprehensive report examining Canada's justice system treatment of sexual violence survivors. Key findings reveal systemic challenges.
Ontario wants impaired drivers to pay child support
The Ford government introduces a groundbreaking bill requiring impaired drivers who kill a parent to pay child support. Learn about the proposed law and its potential impact.
Man charged in Cabbagetown indecent act investigation
Toronto police have arrested Tyson Dante Tobias Macfarlane, 20, for an indecent act in Cabbagetown. Authorities believe there may be additional victims and urge others to come forward.
Susai Jesu appointed Archbishop of Keewatin-Le Pas
Father Susai Jesu, who survived a near-fatal car accident in northern Saskatchewan, has been appointed Archbishop of Keewatin-Le Pas. Learn about his remarkable journey from India to Canadian church leadership.
Conservative Anglican Bishop Suspended Over Misconduct
Bishop Steve Wood, leader of conservative Anglican denomination in North America, suspended while facing misconduct allegations. Full details on the investigation.
CrossFit fundraiser supports domestic violence victims
Women Aware CrossFit fundraiser on Montreal's West Island generated crucial funding for domestic violence support services. Learn how fitness communities are driving social change.
Anonymous Donor Saves Newfoundland Church in Portugal Cove
An anonymous donor has purchased Holy Rosary Church in Portugal Cove South, NL, answering the prayers of a community that fought to preserve its historic place of worship.
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