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The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Japan Releases New Environmental Publication The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Japan (CBCJ) has recently unveiled its latest publication titled “Behold, It Was Very Good—An Invitation to Integral Ecology,” marking a significant milestone since its previous release, “A Gaze Towards Life.” Written by Mark Saludes for LiCAS News, this new document, launched on July 1, aims to tackle pressing environmental issues brought to light during Pope Francis’s 2019 visit to Japan under the theme “Protecting All Life.” Archbishop Isao Kikuchi, President of the CBCJ, revealed that following the Papal Visit, the Japanese Bishops prioritized ecological concerns…

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Un intreccio emozionante di amicizia, lavoro di squadra e compassione si è intrecciato tra Zoe, una bambina di 8 anni, e Kia, il cane della squadra di Pet Therapy dell’ospedale pediatrico Meyer di Firenze. Zoe è stata ricoverata qualche settimana fa con un quadro neurologico complesso, e durante la sua permanenza, ha instaurato un legame profondo con Kia, che l’ha aiutata durante i momenti difficili. Dopo aver superato la fase critica, Zoe ha potuto continuare la sua scuola grazie al progetto “Scuola in ospedale” attivo al Meyer. Le maestre, in collaborazione con la maestra Susy del Meyer e i suoi…

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Nel corso del weekend, una serie di bombardamenti e raid hanno colpito il governatorato di Dohuk, con Miska e Rabatkeh come principali obiettivi. Le abitazioni e i luoghi di culto sono stati colpiti, ma gli abitanti sono riusciti a domare un incendio causato dagli attacchi, limitando i danni. Su Internet sta diventando virale l’hashtag #Turkey_Occupies_Dohuk. Di: Asia News Data di pubblicazione: 3 Luglio 2024 Erbil – Recenti attacchi dell’esercito turco nel governatorato di Dohuk, nel Kurdistan iracheno, hanno causato danni significativi a due chiese, numerose abitazioni distrutte e ansia diffusa tra la popolazione locale. Gli attacchi, datati dal fine settimana…

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Welcome to the Rome Half Marathon Get ready for the inaugural Rome Half Marathon happening on Sunday, October 20, 2024. This half marathon will take place exclusively on the streets of Rome’s historic center. Organized by RomaOstia in collaboration with RCS Sports & Events, alongside Rome Capitale and Wizz Air as main sponsors, participants will race along a looped course that encompasses the history of the Eternal City. From Piazza del Popolo to the Foro Romano, runners will pass iconic landmarks such as the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Circus Maximus. With over 10,000 runners already registered, including 70% from…

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Chaos in Rome as Metro A line shuts down due to electrical issue Rome was thrown into disarray on Wednesday morning as the city’s Metro A line was closed between Termini and Battistini due to a sudden “lack of electricity.” This caused major disruptions during rush hour, prompting officials to deploy substitute buses to serve the affected route. According to a statement released by the city, the electrical fault was determined to be “external” to the network operated by the municipal public transport provider ATAC. While the Termini-Anagnina route continued to operate normally, the Manzoni and Ponte Lungo metro stations…

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Recently, President Joe Biden admitted his mistakes during a fundraiser in Virginia. He explained how his recent international travels around the world, spanning multiple time zones, took a toll on him. Having traveled to France, Italy, and Los Angeles before the debate, Biden blamed his poor performance on the jet lag and lack of rest. “I wasn’t smart. I decided to travel around the world a few times right before the debate, through I don’t know how many time zones, at least 15… I didn’t listen to my staff… And then I almost fell asleep on stage,” Biden confessed to…

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Un’ombra scende sulla librioteca del Regno Unito, dove ben 16 libri sono scomparsi a causa di controversie. Secondo il Times, qualsiasi segnalazione di contenuti offensivi da parte di un bibliotecario o di un cliente è sufficiente per rimuovere i volumi. Tra i titoli censurati si trovano libri illustrati e fumetti per bambini e ragazzi, come Fungus the Bogeyman di Briggs, Tre Mostri di McKee, The Uncanny X-Men di Chris Claremont e la serie di Tom Swift di Victor Appleton. Neanche il celebre Cinque Settimane in Pallone di Verne è stato risparmiato. Contenuti razzisti e controversi La controversia riguarda principalmente il…

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Get ready for the 14th edition of the “Microfono d’Oro” Awards, taking place on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at the Campidoglio (Sala della Protomoteca) at 5 pm. Organized by Fabrizio Pacifici, this event celebrates the world of radio broadcasting by honoring the most popular and listened-to radio shows. A panel of industry experts will select the winners, and special recognitions will also be awarded during the event. The event will feature prominent figures such as Francesco Pionati, Director of Giornale Radio Rai and Rai Radio 1, Marco Lanzarone, Director of Rai Digital Specialized Radio and Podcasts, Alessandra Ferraro, Director of…

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Exploring the Concept of Peace and Just War: Insights from Vatican Secretary of State At an event held at the Italian Embassy to the Holy See in Rome, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, delved into the profound implications of Pope John XXIII’s Encyclical Letter ‘Pacem in Terris’. During his speech, Cardinal Parolin emphasized the need for a reevaluation of the concept of ‘just war’ in the current global scenario. By Antonella Palermo Despite the challenges and setbacks that may arise in diplomatic efforts, Cardinal Pietro Parolin stressed the importance of persevering in the pursuit of peace. He…

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