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Complaining is a poison that causes anger, resentment and sadness, and closes one's heart to God, Pope Francis said.

Pope Francis named Msgr. Guido Marini, who has served as papal master of ceremonies since 2007, as bishop of the Diocese of Tortona.

With increased violence unfolding in Afghanistan, Pope Francis appealed to all Christians to fast and intensify their prayers.

The Philadelphia-based Catholic Medical Association Aug. 26 joined in a lawsuit challenging the Biden administration's mandate that doctors and hospitals perform gender-transition procedures on any patient despite any moral or medical objections of the doctor or health care facility.

Pope Francis held a private audience with Nadia Murad, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and survivor of the Islamic State-led genocide in Iraq, Aug. 26 at the Vatican.

Lawmakers need to regulate and develop sound policies regarding today's digital technology, specifically targeting the problems of child pornography, personal data violations, cyber attacks on critical infrastructures and fake news, Pope Francis told Catholic and Christian legislators.

The rise in COVID-19 vaccine mandates around the country has prompted an increase in interest in a vaccine exemptions.

The U.S. Supreme Court late Aug. 24 said the Biden administration must restore a Trump-era immigration policy known as "Remain in Mexico."

Henry Kersten was pacing back and forth inside his family's home in Waverly Aug. 21 when he saw the backyard shed being carried off by the flood waters. His wife, Leslie, was trapped inside.

T housands of young people across the country are embarking on one of the greatest adventures of their lives. College is a two- to four-year endeavor that shapes habits, builds friendships and, most importantly, forms the way that young adults see the world.