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‘Taong Putik’: A unique display of piety

During the Japanese occupation, villagers would conceal themselves in the fields, praying to Saint John the Baptist for rain to evade capture

Iba bishop calls for action-oriented social justice to empower Indigenous communities

The prelate called for social action that goes beyond charity, advocating for structural changes that would empower the poor

Israel criticized for dehumanizing language and potential war crimes

The International Court of Justice has warned of potential genocide charges against Israel due to the mass killings of civilians

Voices of faith | Indigenous Peoples in Asia: Karen (Thailand)

The Church can promote the conversation between her traditional spiritual leaders and those from aboriginal communities

Over 1,000 Hajj pilgrims die amid record heat, AFP reports

A climate scientist interviewed by AsiaNews pointed out that temperatures in Mecca are increasing by 0.4 degrees Celsius each decade

Philippine diocese launches Rosary prayer campaign against China

Villegas raised concerns about potential infiltration at various levels of the government by those on Beijing's payroll

Pope Francis urges ‘fraternal gaze’ for refugees

“We are all required to welcome, promote, accompany, and integrate those who knock on our doors,” said Pope Francis

Study shows East Asians maintain ancestral practices amid decline in organized...

It showed that many people do not identify with a formal religion but engage in spiritual activities through traditional rituals and beliefs

Caritas Philippines boosts ‘inclusive’ fundraising campaign

The details of the fundraising program were discussed during the 41st National Social Action General Assembly, held in Iloilo City

Court finds four Philippine police guilty in drug war killings

The four low-ranking officers were all sentenced to up to 10 years in prison for the shooting deaths of the two victims at a Manila slum

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