An anti-trafficking group founded by U.S. Catholic religious sisters is calling on leaders of Big Tech firms to counter human rights abuses that allow human trafficking to fester.
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Poll Shows Almost Half of Americans Rate U.S. Morality as ‘Poor’
New data shows most of the nation views birth control and in vitro fertilization as “morally acceptable,” while extramarital affairs and suicide are regarded as the most “morally wrong” of several behaviors — with close to half the nation regarding overall morality in the U.S. as “poor.”
U.S. Bishops Support Legislation Aimed to Increase Affordable Housing
Amid a nationwide affordable housing crisis, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, along with other Catholic organizations, is urging Congress to pass legislation that will enhance its ability to increase the supply of affordable housing.
Fight Against Trafficking Must Include Combating Its Crimes Online, Advocate Says
Strategic collaboration, especially with law enforcement monitoring crimes online, is needed in the fight against human trafficking, according to the head of an international network of religious orders and partners against trafficking.
Biden Calls For Sweeping Changes to High Court, Including Term Limits and Enforceable Ethics Code
President Joe Biden July 29 called for legislation and a constitutional amendment that would result in massive changes to the U.S. Supreme Court, including term limits for justices and an enforceable ethics code.
New Bishop of Knoxville, Tenn., Calls His Ordination, Installation ‘A Day of Great Beginnings’
In a historic day for the Diocese of Knoxville, Bishop Mark Beckman was ordained July 26 as the church in East Tennessee’s fourth shepherd.
Maryland Catholic High School Roots for Three Alumnae Swimming for U.S. in Paris
Just one day ahead of the grand opening ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Bethesda hosted its own celebration — a pep rally to showcase the community’s love, support and pride for three alumnae Olympians.
Nebraska’s High Court Upholds Law Restricting Abortion, Transgender Interventions for Minors
The Nebraska Supreme Court July 26 upheld a law that combined a 12-week abortion ban with a measure banning certain types of medical or surgical gender reassignment procedures for minors who identify as transgender.
Catholic Olympians Go With God And Go For Gold in Paris
Team USA’s roster brings accomplished Catholic athletes to the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad. Here are six who will be competing in Paris.
President Biden Addresses Historic Decision to End Reelection Bid: ‘The Best Way Forward is to Pass the Torch’
President Joe Biden addressed his historic decision to end his reelection bid and sought to set the tone on his legacy in remarks from the Oval Office on July 24.