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Rows of tents stretching into the distance on dusty ground surrounded by mountains. In the center, white structures spelling out the words “All eyes on Rafah”. The image – believed to have been generated with AI – broke records on Instagram, where over 44 million people added it to their stories. A form of social activism that comes in the wake of the massacre caused by an Israeli attack on a tent camp in the territory south of the Strip on Sunday evening. The massacre sparked a wave of outrage and reignited support for Palestinians on social media: “All eyes…

Welcome to the exciting world of Juan Diego Network (JDN), a trailblazer in creating, producing, distributing, and promoting Catholic podcasts. We are thrilled to announce that two of our most innovative podcasts will be launching in 2023: 1. “The Fantastic Society of Curious Children” 2. “Secrets of Tepeyac: the truth of Juan Diego and the Virgin of Guadalupe” Both of these podcasts have been selected as finalists in the prestigious Gabriel Awards 2024, a recognition of excellence in media production that enriches and entertains with a true vision of humanity and life – often referred to as the Catholic “Oscars”.…

Conosciuto come “Diavolo Elettriko” o semplicemente “Elecktrike”, Simone Pezzotti è un giovane trapker di 28 anni noto per il suo progetto utopico “Nova Roma” – una città di pace e libertà. Ma non lasciarti ingannare dal suo nome d’arte, Simone parla di valori come la pace, la fratellanza e l’uguaglianza. Oltre alla sua carriera musicale, Simone è anche un attore che ha preso parte a varie produzioni televisive come Forum, Ciao Darwin e Qui Non è la Rai. Ma è con il suo recente album “Icona Della Libertà” che ha attirato maggiore attenzione. In questo lavoro, Simone immagina una Roma…

Welcome to our blog where we bring you a special message from the Holy Father for the celebrations and initiatives in Gravina, a town in the Italian region of Apulia. This celebration marks the third centenary of the election to the papacy of Pier Francesco Orsini, the last Pontiff of southern Italy. During the Mass led by Cardinal Semeraro, it was highlighted that Pier Francesco Orsini wrote 218 Marian sermons, earning him the title of a ‘Marian singer’ due to his deep devotion to the Virgin Mary. Pope Francis reflects on Benedict XIII – Pier Francesco Orsini as a man…

Exploring the Role of The Holy Spirit with Pope Francis If you’re a follower of Pope Francis, you might have been pleased to hear that he has embarked on a new journey of catechesis. The topic of discussion? “The Spirit and the Bride: The Holy Spirit guides the people of God towards Jesus our hope.” This exciting theme was unveiled at a recent General Audience. Renowned writer Christopher Wells shared the news of Pope Francis’ new catechetical cycle, delving into the significance of the Holy Spirit’s guidance. The Pope expressed his intentions to lead his audience through the rich tapestry…

Welcome to the Jubilee 2025 in Rome! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as 32 million pilgrims are expected to flock to Rome for Jubilee 2025. The grand event kicks off with the opening of the Holy Door in St. Peter’s Basilica on December 24 this year. From the United States to Turkey, pilgrims from around the world are eager to partake in this auspicious occasion. According to projections by the statistics department of the Roma Tre University, the numbers are staggering – 2.5 million from the United States, 1.4 million from Germany, almost a million from Great Britain, and…

During his Wednesday General Audience in the Vatican, Pope Francis offered words of consolation to all the suffering and displaced in Papua New Guinea after a devastating landslide claimed countless lives and buried villages in the country he is set to visit in September. By Deborah Castellano Lubov The Pope expressed his closeness to those afflicted by the landslide as the death toll continues to rise, stating, “I wish to assure you of my prayers for the victims of the massive landslide that swept through some villages in Papua New Guinea.” Parts of a mountain in the Maip-Mulitaka area of…

Discover Rome’s New Musical Journey at SUPERAURORA Festival SUPERAURORA is Rome’s hottest new festival debuting on 27 and 28 July 2024. Renowned international artists will grace the green oasis of Pineta di Castel Fusano delivering an unforgettable musical experience by the sea. Crafted to emulate the allure of renowned global festivals, SUPERAURORA promises an immersive extravaganza of art, music, and pure entertainment. Enter a vibrant village buzzing with socializing, dancing, and endless music. Featuring a lineup with Craig David, Masego, Glitterbox, JP Cooper, Louie Vega, BigMama, Mecna, Jungle, Pino D’Angiò, and Giuse the Lizia, the festival is an electrifying two-day…

Amnesty International’s recent report has shed light on the alarming rise in global executions in 2023. With 1153 people killed in 16 countries, it marks the highest number of annual deaths by capital punishment in eight years. In a world that continues to advance in technology and medicine, human rights seem to be lagging behind. Despite the ongoing wars, climate disasters, and general apathy, the use of capital punishment persists in many countries, disregarding the principles of rehabilitation, change, and forgiveness. The Disturbing Trend in the Middle East The majority of the executions in 2023 were concentrated in the Middle…

Welcome Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher to Croatia! Greetings to all our readers! We are thrilled to announce that Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, has embarked on a three-day visit to Croatia starting from May 30th. This visit comes on the occasion of the feast of Our Lady of the Stone Gate, the patron saint of Croatia’s capital. During his visit, Archbishop Gallagher is scheduled to have several significant meetings. He will meet with Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Gordan Grlić-Radman. Additionally, he will be attending…