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German bishops join initiative for ‘child-friendly’ artificial intelligence

Citing Pope Leo XIV’s call to defend human dignity in the age of AI, the German Bishops’ Conference has joined an initiative to make artificial intelligence safe for children.

Catholic theologian challenges U.S. Senate candidate on abortion: ‘The Bible is not silent’

Professor Jodi Hunt told EWTN News she thinks Talarico was trying to appear as a “centrist” to undecided voters, or Republicans unhappy with the party, but she does not think he was convincing.

Jesuit Refugee Service UK calls Catholic finance leaders to aid refugees

Jesuit Refugee Service UK urges solidarity with migrants, a priest in India is arrest for minor sex abuse, a Maronite bishop is appointed in Mexico, and more in this week’s world news roundup.

‘The Chosen’ releases official trailer for Season 6

The new trailer already has over 1 million views on YouTube in the 24 hours since its release.

Bishop: ‘Indiscriminate’ ICE raids incite anxiety, fear in California’s Central Valley

The Department of Homeland Security insisted ICE officers are “heroes,” enforcing the law.

In wake of deadly shooting at Oregon elementary school, bishops call for prayer

The tragedy that claimed the lives of three students has prompted an outpouring of pastoral care and community support across the state.

Federal funding restored to Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said an agreement is in effect for three years, restoring funding and requiring the charity to “maintain enhanced compliance and oversight measures.”

Wisconsin voters to weigh ban on church closures in health emergencies

The measure comes more than six years after the Diocese of Madison threatened to sue the local government of Dane County over its imposition of a 50-person cap on Mass attendance in 2020.

Vatican cardinal visits UK to promote interfaith dialogue and peace

The prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, is in the United Kingdom for the first time meeting with faith leaders.

Catholic leaders call on Congress to protect disability rights after DOJ legal shift

Catholic leaders urged Congress to defend disability rights, warning a new Department of Justice opinion could threaten community-based care.