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National Catholic Register Reflects on the Mass as Encounter with the DivineGood News — 4dBishop James Conley of Lincoln describes the Mass as the place where God invites the faithful into heavenly worship through invitation, communion and mission.

Pope celebrated Mary’s birthday with “Good Counsel” devotion — 3dPope Leo XIV marked the vigil of Mary's birth by celebrating Mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano and presenting a golden rose to the image there.

Chris Dalton I like how this ties the Pope's public prayers to practical guidance from Mary for everyday decisions.

Catholics weigh nod of peace in church services — 4dThe sign of peace at Mass traces back to early Christianity and was restored after Vatican II, though handshakes largely gave way to nods after the pandemic.

Dana Whitfield They should just drop the whole thing since it pulls attention away from the liturgy itself.

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Damascus Airport Plans Stir Mass-Grave Fears — 14hSyria’s plan to turn Mezzeh military airport in Damascus into a private-jet hub has rights groups and locals alarmed that redevelopment could disturb grave sites and undermine private land claims tied to decades of expropriation. Documents obtained by the Syria Justice and Accountability Centre indicate executions and detentions were carried out at Mezzeh during the Assad era, prompting calls to halt construction to preserve evidence while the new authorities weigh investment with historic injustices.

Tom Gallagher The new government should settle the old land claims first instead of rushing to turn the site into a private jet airport.

Colgate Weighs $1 Billion Personal Care Brand Sale — 1dColgate-Palmolive is weighing the sale of Softsoap, Irish Spring and Speed Stick, with Goldman Sachs guiding a potential divestment that could fetch over $1 billion. The move signals portfolio reshaping as Colgate shifts focus from mass-market personal care to higher-margin oral care amid broader consumer pressures and a need for a long-term turnaround in North America.

Derek Foss Colgate's shift away from everyday soaps and deodorants toward higher margin oral care looks overdue given the North American slowdown.

Indianapolis Archdiocese Suspends Mass Obligation Amid ICE Fears — Sep 4, 2026Amid a spike in ICE enforcement in Indiana, the Archdiocese of Indianapolis issued a decree dispensing Catholics in central and southern Indiana from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation through September 30 to address fears of detention and family separation. The measure, grounded in canon law and supported by local pastors, urges spiritual substitutes and pastoral care, aligning with broader nationwide diocesan responses to ICE activity.

The Church ‘Cannot Declare War’ on Latin Mass Devotees, Cardinal Robert Sarah Says — Aug 31, 2026

Rachel Meyers If the goal is bringing people closer to the Church, cracking down on the Latin Mass crowd seems like the opposite strategy.

Minneapolis mass shooting kills two, gunman dies after standoff with police — Sep 3, 2026A mass shooting at the Loring Towers apartment complex in Minneapolis left two dead and six injured, with the suspect identified as 35-year-old Carlton Johnson II who died during a standoff with police; authorities note he was a content creator and machine operator and had eviction proceedings underway before the attack. Reports indicate prior threats and escalating behavior preceding the incident.

Derek Foss Eviction stress plus easy access to guns is a dangerous combination we keep seeing play out in these tragedies.

Communities Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11 — 6dCommunities across the U.S. and Ireland marked the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with varied observances—flag ceremonies and memorials in Bend, Oregon; an interfaith prayer service at St. Nicholas Shrine in New York; services and memorials in Streetsboro and Ravenna, Ohio; a commemorative event in Waterford, Ireland; and a Remembrance Mass on Long Island that included new names on the memorial. The events, held on September 11, continued the tradition of honoring victims, first responders, and those affected by the aftermath.

U.S., China Outline Paths Toward AV DeploymentAuto — 3dThe U.S. Department of Transportation rolled out a revamped National Strategy for Automated Vehicles, outlining four objectives—safety, regulatory certainty, American innovation, and interoperable corridors—alongside ongoing DOT and FMCSA efforts to modernize regulations and expand AV applications for passengers and freight. Separately, China unveiled a 2030 roadmap for mass deployment of self-driving vehicles to boost global influence, tighten production and safety standards, and foster international cooperation, signaling a broader push for AV leadership worldwide.

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MASS MoCA's fall season opens with an immersive Son Lux video installation — Sep 3, 2026A MASS MoCA fall season highlights experimental opera, ballet, puppetry and live music with events through December, including a Son Lux immersive video installation, Laurent Grasso’s Metaphysical Maze, and talks by Lucinda Williams, Melissa Auf der Maur, Roz Chast and Jason Adam Katzenstein, tracing the museum’s evolution from a former textile mill to a global contemporary-art hub. Separately, a promotional collage showcases an expansive slate of upcoming films across major studios, from indie titles to genre fare.

Derek Foss MASS MoCA really has come a long way from being a mill building. Glad they're mixing music, opera and puppetry instead of just paintings on walls.

Trenton mass shooting leaves two dead; details fluid — Aug 30, 2026A mass shooting early Sunday in Trenton, New Jersey, at the Locust Street area left two people dead and several others wounded as police respond and investigators from the Mercer County Homicide Task Force take over. Authorities have not released a final casualty tally, with reports ranging from about nine to more than ten victims, and details of suspects or the motive remain unclear.

Haiti Gangs Release 13 Captives After Mass Kenscoff KidnappingWorld — Aug 29, 2026In Kenscoff near Port-au-Prince, a mass kidnapping left at least 47 people dead and more than 50 abducted, with six children and seven women released in a rare moment of relief. UNICEF and UN officials highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis and urged international action as the UN Security Council discussed response options.

Sardine mass-mortality spurs coast-to-coast investigationsEnvironment — Aug 29, 2026Scientists in South Africa are investigating mass sardine die-offs along the west and south coasts, with pilchard herpesvirus (PHV) identified in many deceased fish as the leading explanation and testing ongoing to confirm links between outbreaks in different regions; PHV is a fish virus and poses no known risk to human health, though officials are assessing environmental factors that might contribute to the deaths.

Gaza City funeral buries 100 recovered bodies, hundreds more still missing — 6dThousands attended a mass funeral for about 100 Palestinians, many of them children, whose remains were recovered from rubble in Gaza City’s Zeitoun area after years beneath destroyed buildings, as recovery teams warn that hundreds more remain buried and the operation continues amid limited resources. The ceremony, one of the largest in Palestinian history, underscored the ongoing toll of Israel’s war on Gaza and the scale of bodies still entombed beneath rubble across the enclave.

Chris Dalton Hundreds more still missing means this isn't close to over. The world needs to help fund proper recovery efforts, not just watch from afar.

Trump says UK is 'on the edge of disaster' over energy, migration — Sep 3, 2026U.S. President Donald Trump warned Britain is on the edge of disaster due to high energy costs and mass migration, urging a shift away from net-zero policies and toward exploiting North Sea oil and gas. He reiterated affection for Britain and King Charles while criticizing Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s government, signaling continued tension in U.S.-UK relations.

Maya Lindstrom Whatever you think of Trump, energy bills here really are brutal right now, that part isn't exaggeration.

Typhoon Saudel Floods China, Traps 2,500 — Sep 3, 2026Typhoon Saudel battered eastern China with multiple landfalls, triggering mass evacuations, school closures, and widespread flash floods across Fujian, Zhejiang, and Guangdong as authorities deployed drones to deliver supplies and conduct rescues. Meteorologists say the storms' recurrence this year is linked to El Niño and unusual high‑pressure patterns, complicating efforts for affected coastal communities.

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Wright State Student Dies After TPS Loss in OhioWorld — Sep 1, 2026A 20-year-old Haitian immigrant who had just lost Temporary Protected Status died by suicide after being fitted with a DHS ankle monitor in Springfield, Ohio, with advocates saying the TPS loss and monitoring contributed to his distress. Officials are investigating the death, and Ohio leaders have criticised mass deportation and called for reflection on the treatment of Haitian migrants.

California Man Charged Over Mosque Death ThreatWorld — Sep 4, 2026Louis White, a 60-year-old Warner Springs man, was charged in federal court with mailing threatening communications to the Islamic Center of Temecula Valley, detailing a planned mass killing of Muslims, and investigators found ghost gun-style firearms and other weapons at his home; he allegedly confessed and is awaiting transfer to federal custody after state charges were filed. The case comes amid heightened attention to threats against Muslim communities following a deadly incident at a San Diego-area Islamic center.

Algeria Battles Deadly Wildfires, President Seeks Death Penalty — Sep 3, 2026Algeria is fighting an unprecedented wave of wildfires sweeping multiple provinces, with Jijel bearing the worst damage and official deaths at 12 while fears of higher casualties grow as footage shows mass graves and extensive destruction. President Tebboune has called for reinstating the death penalty for arsonists and lifting Algeria's moratorium on executions, a move drawing criticism from rights groups as Civil Protection and army units battle the blazes and thousands of livestock are lost.

Indonesia probes suspected poisoning after 512 students hospitalized from free meals — Sep 2, 2026More than 500 students in East Java were hospitalized with suspected food poisoning tied to the free meals program, with authorities suspending the Talang Angin kitchen for 30 days as investigations continue. The incident underscores longstanding concerns about the program launched to eradicate under-nutrition, which has seen leadership changes, corruption allegations, and mass-poisoning cases that have led to kitchen shutdowns and calls for reform.

Nicole Hardy This isn't the first mass poisoning tied to this program and that pattern is the real story. Someone needs to be held accountable beyond one kitchen.

Amid Spain's heatwaves, the centuries-old abanico fan makes a comeback — Sep 1, 2026The traditional folding hand fan, known as the abanico, is experiencing a revival in Spain as heat waves drive both locals and tourists to use it more widely, from Madrid to Seville. Artisans are reviving and preserving the craft with handmade pieces alongside mass-produced designs, while flamenco performances continue to popularize and symbolize this cultural accessory.

Priya Raman My grandmother had one of these she'd snap open in church during summer mass, still have it in a drawer somewhere.

Majority Of Voters Support Mass Deportations, New Poll RevealsReporting — Sep 18, 2024The majority of voters support mass deportations of illegal immigrants, a policy former President Donald Trump has vowed to implement, according to a Scripps News/Ipsos poll released Wednesday. A policy of mass…

Pope Leo XIV Condemns ‘Religious Propaganda’ in First Mass — May 18, 2025It was not the first Mass Pope Leo XIV ever celebrated, but probably the most significant. On Sunday, America’s first pontiff celebrated his inaugural Mass in St. Peter’s Square where he condemned exploiting the poor…

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