Day: December 3, 2025

Indian government’s decision to deny visa to evangelist Franklin Graham sparks criticism

The Indian government is facing scrutiny after denying a visa to American evangelist Rev. Franklin Graham, forcing him to cancel his scheduled Nov. 30 visit to Nagaland.  As UCA News Agency reported, Graham had been invited to Kohima, the state capital, for “Nagaland United: A Gathering of Faith, Hope and Revival,” a major Christian gathering … Read moreIndian government’s decision to deny visa to evangelist Franklin Graham sparks criticism

Appeals court defends pro-life centers’ right to share abortion pill reversal information with women

A federal appeals court ruled this week that New York pro-life pregnancy centers may continue informing women about abortion pill reversal, rejecting Attorney General Letitia James’ attempt to curb the centers’ speech. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court order protecting the centers’ First Amendment rights, Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) reported … Read moreAppeals court defends pro-life centers’ right to share abortion pill reversal information with women

Military Services archbishop calls on US leaders to make ‘ethical and legal’ decisions in fighting the drug trade

Archbishop Timothy Broglio, who leads the Archdiocese for the Military Services, issued a statement Dec. 3 urging U.S. officials to ensure that all military efforts to stop drug trafficking remain firmly grounded in morality, legality, and respect for human dignity. In the statement, Archbishop Broglio acknowledged the shared national concern over narcotics trafficking, calling it … Read moreMilitary Services archbishop calls on US leaders to make ‘ethical and legal’ decisions in fighting the drug trade

US to restrict visas of those responsible for anti-Christian violence

The U.S. will impose new visa restrictions on anyone accused of orchestrating or enabling religious violence against Christians abroad, the State Department announced Dec. 3 in response to ongoing anti-Christian attacks in Nigeria and elsewhere.  Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on X that the policy targets those who “knowingly direct, authorize, fund, support, or … Read moreUS to restrict visas of those responsible for anti-Christian violence

Pope Leo shares book that shaped his spirituality, says it describes a prayer life of surrender to God

Responding to journalists’ questions on the flight from Lebanon to Rome Dec. 2, Pope Leo XIV revealed the title of a book that he says articulates much of his own approach to prayer.  According to Vatican News, the Pontiff said that a German reporter had recently asked him to name a book — other than … Read morePope Leo shares book that shaped his spirituality, says it describes a prayer life of surrender to God

Trump criticizes Somali immigrants as Minnesota reportedly prepares for deportation raids

President Donald Trump unleashed a series of harsh remarks against Somali immigrants Dec. 2, calling them “garbage” and accusing them of abusing U.S. welfare programs, as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reportedly prepares a deportation operation targeting Somali nationals in Minnesota. Speaking at the close of a White House Cabinet meeting, Trump said Somali immigrants … Read moreTrump criticizes Somali immigrants as Minnesota reportedly prepares for deportation raids

Bishop offers insights on Maronite Catholic Church as Pope Leo concludes historic visit to Lebanon

With Pope Leo XIV wrapping up his visit to Lebanon — the heartland of the Maronite Church — the journey highlighted the presence of Eastern Catholic communities within the global Church. In a Dec. 1 Catholic World Report article, Bishop Gregory John Mansour, who leads the eparchy of Saint Maron of Brooklyn, invited people to … Read moreBishop offers insights on Maronite Catholic Church as Pope Leo concludes historic visit to Lebanon

Trump pardons Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar in federal bribery case

President Donald Trump announced Dec. 3 that he is issuing a full pardon to Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, and his wife, who last year were indicted on charges related to allegedly accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes.  In a Truth Social post announcing the pardon, Trump claimed the Biden administration targeted Cuellar for … Read moreTrump pardons Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar in federal bribery case

Ontario Canada