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The Holy See’s Satisfaction with Bishop Melchior Shi Hongzhen’s Recognition Exciting news has come from the Holy See Press Office as they express their “satisfaction” with the official recognition of Bishop Melchior Shi Hongzhen as the Bishop of Tianjin by the Chinese government. By Vatican News It is with joy that the Holy See received the announcement on August 27, 2024, that Bishop Melchior Shi Hongzhen has been recognized as the Bishop of Tianjin for civil purposes. This significant development is the result of fruitful dialogue between the Holy See and the Chinese Government over the years, as stated in…

Welcome to the incredible journey of the first migrant search-and-rescue mission jointly organized by the Italian Bishops’ Migrantes Foundation! As the Mare Jonio returns to port in Sicily, two remarkable individuals, Fr. Alessandro Messina and Donatella D’Anna, share their experiences of assisting people risking their lives to cross the Mediterranean Sea. On August 24-25, the Mare Jonio was involved in the rescue of 182 migrants in the Mediterranean. Operated by the humanitarian organization Mediterranea Saving Humans, the vessel was joined by a support boat financed by the Italian Bishops’ Migrantes Foundation for the first time. Onboard were Fr. Alessandro Messina,…

11:55 China Criticizes Support to Kiev in Attacks Against Russia China has expressed concerns about Ukraine’s new front opened in August attacking the Russian oblast of Kursk, a surprise move that exposed Moscow’s vulnerability. Li Hui, Beijing’s special representative for Eurasian Affairs, criticized the West’s support for Kiev: “All parties are concerned that the West continues to loosen conditions for Ukraine to strike Russian territory with provided arms. Recent developments on the battlefield have confirmed these concerns,” Li said, following a mission to Indonesia, Brazil, and South Africa. 11:45 Media Reported: Kiev to Provide US with List of Sites for…

Pope Francis’ Upcoming Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania As Pope Francis prepares for his Apostolic Journey to four nations in Asia and Oceania, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, pro-prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, sheds light on the significance of the Pope’s visit for the universal Church. By Gianni Valente and Fabio Beretta, Fides News Agency Embarking on a journey covering almost 40,000 kilometers across four nations in two continents, Pope Francis is set to begin his most extensive and challenging Apostolic Visit yet, starting from Fiumicino airport on September 2. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle emphasizes that the Pope’s decision…

Welcome to a new chapter in education and youth empowerment as Pope Francis prepares to inaugurate the first regional headquarters of Scholas Occurrentes in Southeast Asia. Around 200 Indonesian students are eagerly awaiting his arrival at the “Grha Pemuda” Youth House in Jakarta during his upcoming visit from Sept. 3 to 6. Scholas Occurrentes, a global educational initiative founded by Pope Francis in 2001, focuses on engaging young people in education, arts, and sports. The program promotes unity in diversity and the culture of encounter, values that will be exemplified during the Pope’s visit to Indonesia. During his visit, Pope…

Politicians Sound Alarm on Disinformation Risks From Vice Premier Antonio Tajani to EU Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni, politicians are raising awareness about the dangers of disinformation, risks that also threaten democracy. The occasion was a conference that opened the fifth edition of the Soft Power Club in Venice, the international association founded by Francesco Rutelli. Among the meetings was one dedicated to “The Power of Persuasion Today, Between Communication, Propaganda, and Hostile Disinformation.” Gentiloni, speaking through a video message, highlighted social media as a vehicle for spreading false information. He emphasized that their development has led to the “inability to even…

Welcome to Romadailynews, the radio news on our frequencies. Good evening from the newsroom. A series of missile attacks in 15 regions of Ukraine by Russia, starting in the middle of the night, has resulted in at least 3 deaths, several injuries, and damage to power plants causing a blackout. The Ministry of Defense has confirmed the attacks, stating that all active soldiers have been targeted. Local authorities in 3 regions have reported partial casualties on Instagram. Meanwhile, in the Middle East, tensions have escalated between Israel and Hezbollah. Talks for a ceasefire in Gaza have failed, leading to a…

Welcome to Romadailynews Radio News, your go-to source for all the latest updates. Good evening, this is Giuliano Ferrigno reporting from the newsroom. Tonight, the situation in the Middle East takes center stage as Israel launches an attack on Gaza City, resulting in the tragic death of at least 5 Palestinians. The raid targeted a building near the hospital in the western part of the city, further escalating tensions in the region. In the midst of the conflict, the United States is urging for a ceasefire following unsuccessful negotiations over the weekend. Efforts are underway to bridge the gap between…

Welcome to the 74th National Liturgical Week in Modena-Nonantola! Step into the world of communal liturgical prayer, sacred music, silence, and liturgical ministries with Pope Francis’s inspiring message to participants in the 74th National Liturgical Week in Modena-Nonantola, Italy. Shared Experience of Liturgical Prayer: In a message delivered by Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Pope Francis highlights the essence of liturgical prayer as a shared experience that transcends individualism. Quoting the Catechism, he emphasizes that liturgical prayer is a participation in Christ’s prayer to the Father in the Holy Spirit, uniting believers as one body. The Art of…

Una delegazione di familiari delle vittime dell’esplosione al porto di Beirut è stata ricevuta in udienza privata da Papa Francesco stamane al Vaticano. Il pontefice si è mostrato vicino nella lotta contro l’impunità e gli ostacoli all’inchiesta. Successivamente, si è tenuta una messa officiata dal segretario di Stato cardinale Parolin. Questo incontro arriva dopo una giornata di tensione e scontri tra Israele e Hezbollah, con Nasrallah che ha dichiarato di aver superato “tutte le linee rosse”. Di: Fady Noun – Asia NewsData di pubblicazione: 26 Agosto 2024 Recentemente, una delegazione composta da parenti delle vittime dell’esplosione al porto di Beirut…