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Nicaragua Cancels Caritas Diocesan Association in Matagalpa On 12 August, Nicaragua made a controversial decision, cancelling Matagalpa’s diocesan Caritas organisation along with 14 other NGOs in the area. This move has sparked outrage as it follows a series of arrests and expulsions of priests in recent days. The cancelled organisations will have their assets transferred to the State. The decision to revoke the legal status of the Caritas Diocesan Association of Matagalpa and other NGOs was made by Nicaragua’s Ministry of the Interior (MINT), led by Minister María Amelia Coronel. The announcement was published in the official Nicaraguan gazette, Gaceta,…

Scotland Churches Rally Against Assisted Dying Bill A new controversial bill has taken center stage in Scotland, stirring up heated debates amongst the Scottish Parliament. The proposed “Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill” seeks to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill and mentally competent adults in Scotland. This groundbreaking move, if approved, would make Scotland the first nation in the UK to allow terminally ill individuals the right to access an assisted death. Public Online Consultation on Assisted Dying Bill The bill, drafted by Liberal Democrat MPS Liam McArthur and unveiled in March, has sparked a public consultation…

Welcome to our afternoon news update brought to you by Romadailynews Radiogiornale, with Francesco Vitale in the studio. Today, we turn our attention to the Middle East, where the Iranian Foreign Minister has dismissed the escalating tensions with France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, accusing them of being pawns of the Shiite Crescent. Speculations are rife about a potential attack on Israel, with the Iranian Minister stating that they will retaliate if attacked. Meanwhile, the US Secretary of State, Blinken, has been in discussions with his Turkish counterpart regarding the importance of finding a resolution to the ongoing conflict. The…

Welcome to the Romadailynews afternoon radio news bulletin, brought to you by Francesco Vitale in the studio. Today, we are focusing on the escalating tensions in the Middle East, as the Iranian Foreign Minister has rejected allegations of an imminent attack on Israel by France, Germany, and the UK. The situation is tense, with the US Secretary of State discussing the importance of finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Meanwhile, Elon Musk has raised concerns about censorship attempts by other countries, and Kamala Harris has made a bold statement about the situation in Ukraine. The Ukrainian army claims to…

The Controversy Surrounding Madonna’s Alleged Party in Pompeii Speculations about a lavish party for Madonna in Pompeii have been making headlines in Italy, stirring up controversy. The Pompeii archaeological park has swiftly rebutted these claims, dismissing reports suggesting that the popstar would be hosting a private birthday bash with 500 guests at the historic site. The rumors, which garnered attention from both Italian and international media, revolved around Madonna supposedly renting out the Teatro Grande in Pompeii to commemorate her 66th birthday, for a rumored fee of €30,000. As criticism mounted against the alleged event, the Pompeii archaeological park released…

Questa mattina, il segretario di Stato ha avuto una conversazione con il neo presidente dell’Iran per esprimere la preoccupazione della Santa Sede riguardo al rischio di escalation della guerra e per sottolineare l’importanza del dialogo, del negoziato e della pace. Di: Salvatore Cernuzio – Vatican News Data di pubblicazione: 13 Agosto 2024 Mentre la minaccia di un attacco iraniano su Israele si fa sempre più concreta, il cardinale segretario di Stato Pietro Parolin ha avuto una telefonata questa mattina, il 12 agosto, con il neo presidente dell’Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian. Durante la conversazione telefonica, il cardinale ha sottolineato l’importanza del dialogo,…

As we approach the solemn observance of Tisha B’Av on 12-13 August this year, we are reminded of the tragedies that have befallen the Jewish people throughout history. Dr. Faydra Shapiro, the Director of the Israel Center for Jewish-Christian Relations, emphasizes the significance of this date, which marks the destruction of the First and Second temples, among other national disasters. Tisha B’Av, meaning “the Ninth day of the month of Av,” holds a somber place in Jewish history. It is a day of mourning and reflection for the Jewish community, as we remember the hardships and calamities that have shaped…

La sera del 14 agosto, il patriarca caldeo ha organizzato una veglia nella meravigliosa cattedrale di san Giuseppe a Karrada. L’atmosfera è carica di timori per una possibile “guerra regionale” che porterebbe conseguenze disastrose per tutti. Il patriarca Pizzaballa ha descritto l’impatto di questo conflitto come il più alto e doloroso mai visto. Anche il Custode della Terra Santa ha sottolineato l’importanza della preghiera per la pace. Persino al-Sistani di Gaza ha parlato di conseguenze catastrofiche. Di: Asia NewsData di pubblicazione: 13 Agosto 2024 Da Baghdad alla Terra Santa, per la festa dell’Assunta il prossimo 15 agosto, le Chiese del…

Welcome to our daily news blog! Today’s updates come from our editor Francesco Vitale in the European studio. Europe is taking advantage of us in trade exchanges, but we are fighting back with NATO. According to Donald Trump in a recent interview, NATO should pay as much as we do for Ukraine. This statement has sparked a debate as Trump calls out Europe on this issue. Meanwhile, there are reports of censorship attempts by other countries, highlighted by Mask, a left-wing radical. In the Middle East, tensions are rising as Fox News reports that Iran and its Shiite allies may…

Un rasserenante “Golden Voyager” alla cerimonia di chiusura delle Olimpiadi di Parigi (Ansa) In attesa di una serie Netflix sulla tonsillite di Sinner che non ha presenziato a Parigi, il Corriere ha pubblicato ieri le pagelle delle Olimpiadi («4 all’antibiotico che non l’ha rimesso in piedi in due giorni»). Tra gli altri voti segnaliamo: 7 a quella cagata pazzesca della cerimonia d’apertura («che ha scandalizzato anche la Santa Sede»), 10 al bacio di Alice Bellandi alla compagna («è stato un atto politico»), 5 alla proposta di matrimonio alla ginnasta Alessia Maurelli fatta dal suo fidanzato («ci siamo chiesti se fare…