Author: Pilgrim Kompass Team

The day a bullet challenged democracy Former US President Donald Trump found himself in the line of fire during a political rally in Pennsylvania, as a would-be assassin attempted to silence his voice. As blood stained his face, Trump defiantly raised his fist after narrowly escaping a bullet aimed at him. Recounting the incident later, he wrote on social media, “I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin. Much bleeding took place.” The attacker was swiftly neutralized by secret service agents, but not before…

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Un’inaspettata condanna a sedici anni di reclusione in un carcere di massima sicurezza per spionaggio è stata inflitta a Evan Gershkovich, il 32enne reporter del Wall Street Journal accusato di essere una spia al servizio della Cia. Questa sentenza ha suscitato indignazione a livello internazionale e ha portato alla luce la possibilità di uno scambio di prigionieri, che potrebbe aver accelerato il processo giudiziario a Mosca per annunciare i risultati in tempi record. Video Russia, Gershkovich condannato a 16 anni per spionaggio Gershkovich è stato arrestato alla fine di marzo dello scorso anno a Ekaterinburg, principale centro industriale degli Urali…

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Una nuova crisi informatica globale si è abbattuta sui sistemi digitali di mezzo mondo, creando caos e disordini in diverse aree vitali della società. Questa volta, non sembra essere stato causato da un attacco informatico, ma da problemi tecnici legati a Microsoft e a un antivirus rilasciato da Crowdstrike. Per approfondire Agenzia ANSA CrowdStrike e ‘la schermata blu della morte’ che è apparsa su milioni di computer – Cybersecurity – Ansa.it Gli esperti: ‘Il tilt informatico non si risolve in poche ore’ (ANSA) Il caos è stato innescato da problemi su Microsoft Azure e da un aggiornamento anti-virale sbagliato di…

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The upcoming IV World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, initiated by Pope Francis, is scheduled to be observed on July 28, 2024, with the theme “In old age, do not abandon me.” This year, the Apostolic Penitentiary has authorized the granting of Plenary Indulgence to grandparents, the elderly, and all believers who actively engage in the activities of this special day with sincerity and charity in their hearts. Conditions for Indulgence Individuals who fulfill the standard requirements of sacramental confession, Eucharistic communion, and prayer aligned with the intentions of the Holy Father, will receive the Plenary Indulgence by participating…

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Welcome to an exclusive insight into the upcoming IX International Diploma organized by the International Academy of Catholic Leaders, in collaboration with Somos Community Care, at Saint John’s University in New York. This esteemed academic gathering will bring together over 150 leaders from Latin America, Europe, and Africa to delve into global challenges from the perspective of the Social Doctrine of the Church. Recently, we had a fascinating conversation with Shariff de los Santos, a doctor and the current director of the School for Catholic Leaders in New York, where we explored the intricate details of the diploma program and…

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Welcome to the latest update on the visit of the Vatican Secretary of State to Ukraine! Cardinal Pietro Parolin is currently in Ukraine from July 19th to July 24th. His visit is particularly significant as he is set to preside over Mass at the renowned Marian Shrine of Berdychiv for the conclusion of the pilgrimage of Ukrainian Latin Rite Catholics. The appointment of Cardinal Parolin as Pontifical Legate for this special celebration underscores the importance of this event for the Ukrainian Catholic community. It also marks his first visit to Ukraine since the start of the Russian invasion, making it…

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Empowering Girls Through Education: The Bakhita Partnership for Education Around 3000 girls in 80 Catholic schools across five African countries are breaking barriers and overcoming challenges through the Bakhita Partnership for Education. This initiative focuses on empowering girls through education and support, addressing socio-economic and cultural obstacles that hinder their growth. Fr. Charles Chilufya, SJ, director of the Justice and Ecology Office for the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar, emphasized the importance of creating safe and empowering environments for girls in Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia. Through the Bakhita Partnership for Education, girls receive not only quality education…

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Amidst a ban on public rallies and promises from Prime Minister Hasina, students in Bangladesh continue to protest against the controversial government job quota system. The protests have escalated into violent clashes with police forces across the country, resulting in the disruption of telecommunications. The students are protesting against a quota system that reserves 30% of public sector jobs for the relatives of veterans of the country’s war for independence in 1971. They are advocating for a new system based on merit, citing discrimination in the current scheme. This week, the protests intensified with police firing tear gas and rubber…

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Il ruolo dell’Italia in Commissione rispetto al voto politico del Parlamento è una questione cruciale che il ministro alle Politiche Europee, Raffaele Fitto, ha affrontato con determinazione. L’Italia, come paese fondatore, ha un ruolo di grande importanza all’interno della Commissione europea e continuerà a esercitarlo in modo significativo. Fitto, pur respingendo l’idea di diventare prossimo commissario europeo, rimarca l’importanza della collaborazione e dell’efficacia del lavoro svolto dal presidente del Consiglio, soprattutto sul tema dell’immigrazione. L’Italia deve essere in grado di difendere i propri interessi nazionali ma anche costruire una dinamica collaborativa a livello europeo. Per approfondire Agenzia ANSA Von der…

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