Tag: Catholic News
Human rights report ranks Philippines among Southeast Asia’s worst for protection...
An international assessment found widespread shortcomings in civil liberties, economic rights, and protections for vulnerable communities across the Philippines
Rights group warns Myanmar scam networks continue despite mass rescue operations
Thousands remain confined in Myanmar scam centers as a rights group presses authorities to rescue Filipino trafficking victims
Pope: Healthcare must reveal God’s compassion to those who suffer
“Salvation is not an abstract idea,” he said, “but begins with the concrete action of healing the wounds of those who suffer.”
Court dismisses case against Philippine bishop, anti-mining defenders
The ruling strengthens efforts by Indigenous communities and advocates to protect land, water, livelihoods, and future generations
As UN chief calls for clean energy transition, Philippine fisherfolk oppose...
A disputed offshore wind project highlights challenges of balancing renewable energy expansion with community rights and protections
Asian Church groups warn debt crisis is deepening climate vulnerability
Families recovering from disasters increasingly face long-term financial hardship as governments struggle with shrinking fiscal space
Pope: Technology should serve friendships, not replace them
During a visit to the Vatican's summer camp for children of employees, Pope Leo XIV encourages children to use technology responsibly
Catholic educators, Church leaders warn of deeper social crisis after deadly...
As communities mourn, educators and clergy point to youth formation, mental well-being, and shared social responsibility.
Thai Catholic leaders discuss synodality, mission to the poor
Catholic leaders examined how synodality can shape Church ministry, social outreach and accompaniment of vulnerable communities
Pope to WFP: Conflicts are ‘fed’ more readily than people are...
Pope Leo XIV insists that food, water, and healthcare cannot be subordinated to geopolitical interests, calling for nations to work together
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