Addressing the UN Security Council, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher calls for a moratorium on lethal autonomous weapons and highlights the need for a human-centered approach to artificial intelligence.

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Holy See urges moratorium on autonomous weapons at UN debate on AI

Addressing the UN Security Council, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher calls for a moratorium on lethal autonomous weapons and highlights the need for a human-centered approach to artificial intelligence.

Guido Convents, a Belgian national who recently passed away, was a dedicated and pioneering scholar, film critic, historian, and anthropologist. Charles Ayetan, a Togolese media practitioner, film critic, and expert on African cinema, was a friend and colleague of Guido. He says that Guido Convents’ impact on African cinema is a legacy worth celebrating.

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African Cinema and the legacy of Guido Convents

Guido Convents, a Belgian national who recently passed away, was a dedicated and pioneering scholar, film critic, historian, and anthropologist. Charles Ayetan, a Togolese media practitioner, film critic, and expert on African cinema, was a friend and colleague of Guido. … Continue reading

The Holy See Press Office releases the theme for the 34th World Day of the Sick to be marked on 11 February 2026, “The compassion of the Samaritan: loving by bearing the pain of the other”.

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Showing compassion of the Samaritan, theme for 2026 World Day of the Sick

The Holy See Press Office releases the theme for the 34th World Day of the Sick to be marked on 11 February 2026, “The compassion of the Samaritan: loving by bearing the pain of the other”.

The Secretary General of the United Nations warns that one is approaching a ‘point of no return’ in Gaza as the violence continues unabated.

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UN: Cycles of violence in Holy Land risk reaching 'point of no return'

The Secretary General of the United Nations warns that one is approaching a 'point of no return' in Gaza as the violence continues unabated.

In a time of crisis in the Middle East and conflicts around the world, the film “How Kids Roll” – screened at the Vatican Film Library on Thursday – seeks to bring a message of hope and of a fraternity that, in the eyes of the young, is still possible.

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Gaza: Children can teach adults an alternative to hatred

In a time of crisis in the Middle East and conflicts around the world, the film “How Kids Roll” – screened at the Vatican Film Library on Thursday – seeks to bring a message of hope and of a fraternity … Continue reading

On the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical on Care for our Common Home, Pope Leo XIV will participate in the international event “Raising Hope for Climate Justice” with over 400 religious leaders, climate experts, and representatives from civil society and institutions from around the world.

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Pope to speak at Laudato si’ Movement conference on 1 October

On the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical on Care for our Common Home, Pope Leo XIV will participate in the international event “Raising Hope for Climate Justice” with over 400 religious leaders, climate experts, and representatives from civil society … Continue reading

Cardinal Lucian Mureşan, Major Archbishop of the Romanian Greek-Catholic Church, died on 25 September in Blaj at the age of 94. Pope Benedict XVI created him a cardinal in 2012.

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Cardinal Lucian Mureşan has died

Cardinal Lucian Mureşan, Major Archbishop of the Romanian Greek-Catholic Church, died on 25 September in Blaj at the age of 94. Pope Benedict XVI created him a cardinal in 2012.

The 14th Plenary Assembly of the Interregional Meeting of Bishops of Southern Africa, IMBISA, is underway in the Diocese of Manzini, Eswatini.

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IMBISA Golden Jubilee: Bishops gather in Eswatini for 14th Plenary Assembly

The 14th Plenary Assembly of the Interregional Meeting of Bishops of Southern Africa, IMBISA, is underway in the Diocese of Manzini, Eswatini.

Israeli tanks and troops expand their ground assault in Gaza City, with dozens reported dead, including entire families in a destroyed building that sheltered displaced persons. The continuing bombardments come as negotiators struggle to find an agreement between the sides, and a host of nations announce or confirm their recognition of a… Read more

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Gaza: Israeli troops expand assault killing scores of people

Israeli tanks and troops expand their ground assault in Gaza City, with dozens reported dead, including entire families in a destroyed building that sheltered displaced persons. The continuing bombardments come as negotiators struggle to find an agreement between the sides, … Continue reading

Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin presides at the funeral Mass of Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, who served for many years as a diplomat of the Holy See.

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Cardinal Parolin pays tribute to Archbishop Rugambwa at funeral Mass

Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin presides at the funeral Mass of Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, who served for many years as a diplomat of the Holy See.