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Vatican Theologians Advance Wisconsin Priest’s Sainthood Cause
Robert Prevost
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Vatican theologians unanimously advanced the sainthood cause of Father Joseph Walijewski, a Wisconsin priest who served as a missionary in Bolivia and Peru and founded a children’s home there. His case now goes to the Dicastery’s cardinals and bishops for review; further steps, including papal recognition of heroic virtue and investigation of a possible miracle, remain.
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Cincinnati Priest Bachman Leaves Active Ministry
World
— Nov 3, 2026
Several clergy members have stepped away from church roles amid separate controversies: a Chicago priest was barred from public ministry while an allegation of inappropriate contact with an adult is evaluated, and a UK priest left her curacy after alleging racist abuse. In Ohio, Father Martin Bachman resigned from his latest assignment and lost priestly faculties; the Archdiocese of Cincinnati said his departure was not prompted by a complaint or disciplinary action.
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Pope Leo Begins 12-Day South American Tour
Robert Prevost
— Nov 3, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s November tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru brings him back to Peru, where nearly two decades as a missionary, priest and bishop deeply shaped his outlook. Vatican figures show nearly 77 million Catholics across the three countries, alongside broad declines in baptisms and religious sisters, while parish numbers grew and Peru’s priest count rose.
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Pope Leo Calls Worldwide Fast, Prayer for Vocations
Robert Prevost
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During his visit to Uruguay, Pope Leo XIV urged bishops worldwide to organize days of prayer and fasting for more priests and members of religious orders, emphasizing that clergy should keep Christ at the center of their lives. He pointed to Uruguay’s response after its interdiocesan seminary received no new candidates in 2024, saying several young people have since begun formation.
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Major Inflation Indicator Hits Highest Rate Since Biden Era
Pete Peterson · 2 min · 2h
Polish Bishop Convicted for Failing to Report Abuse
World
— Nov 1, 2026
Polish Bishop Andrzej Jeż was convicted of failing to report abuse allegations against two priests, though the ruling is not final and his diocese plans to appeal; the case highlights growing scrutiny of Church leaders’ handling of abuse. In separate developments, a German bishop urged Pope Leo XIV to recognize systemic causes of Church abuse, while a Louisiana priest convicted of molesting a teenager is set for release and faces a new allegation.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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USC Upstate Spartans Reach Soccer Semifinals as Neelin Advances in Volleyball
Sports
— Nov 4, 2026
USC Upstate advanced to the Big South men’s soccer semifinals with a 1-0 win, while Bainbridge’s girls and Shepaug’s boys also recorded shutout soccer victories. In volleyball, Neelin reached its league championship series, and Priest River players earned multiple CIL all-league honors.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 15, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 15, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 15, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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NY Attorney General to Investigate Building Collapse
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced an investigation is being launched into what made a building collapse in Brooklyn, New York. “The Department of Buildings will conduct a full investigation into this tragedy,” James said Thursday. “And my colleague, the District Attorney of Brooklyn Eric Gonzalez, has also indicated to me that he is launching an investigation into this incident
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 15, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 15, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 14, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 14, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 14, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Microsoft Says Email Backlog ‘Approaching Normal’ After Outage Paralyzes Outlook
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 2h
Vatican Upholds Deacon’s Excommunication After Son’s Abuse
World
— Oct 19, 2026
The Vatican rejected Louisiana deacon Scott Peyton’s appeal and upheld his excommunication, ruling that his departure from the Catholic Church and joining an Anglican community constituted schism. Peyton left after a priest sexually abused his son; the priest was convicted and imprisoned but remains a priest, prompting criticism of the church’s contrasting treatment and plans by Peyton to challenge the decision again.
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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
Quizie
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A to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.
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Mexico Church Says Funeral Priest Was Impostor
World
— Oct 28, 2026
Mexico’s Catholic Church says unauthorized clergy are increasingly performing religious ceremonies, leaving families vulnerable to fraud and sacraments the Church does not recognize. Separately, a promotional article invites readers to a webinar on evangelization through digital media.
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US Bishops Restrict Traditional Catholic Worship Practices
Lifestyle
— Oct 17, 2026
A Michigan Catholic appealed Bishop Jeffrey Walsh’s restrictions on ad orientem Masses, arguing they burden priests and families and undermine liturgical unity. In Knoxville, Bishop Mark Beckman asked priests to stop adding prayers such as the Prayer to St. Michael immediately before, during or after Mass, while encouraging communities to use them in devotional life outside the liturgy.
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Priest Dies After Cross Falls During Mass in Ecuador
Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help
— Oct 18, 2026
Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari died after a wooden crucifix fell on him during a livestreamed Mass in Guayaquil on Oct. 17, 2026.
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Wisconsin Community Mourns Three, Priest
Good News
— Oct 26, 2026
Obituaries remember Arlen Pepke, a Wisconsin farmer, Army veteran and award-winning truck driver; Chad Lohmiller, a New Hampshire landscaping and stonework professional who groomed trails at Pat’s Peak; and Carri Leyk, a Merrill mother known for her devotion to family. Father James Horath is also being remembered for decades of ministry in the Diocese of Superior, including his pastoral service in Merrill and work supporting people facing poverty.
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Kansas Democrats Secure Third Straight Gubernatorial Victory
Democrat Cindy Holscher has won the Kansas governor's race, defeating Republican state Senate President Ty Masterson in a contest that keeps the state's top office under Democratic… — by Andrew Powell
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Pope Leo XIV Names Kenyan Theologian to Vatican Commission
Robert Prevost
— Oct 19, 2026
Pope Leo XIV appointed a new cohort to the Vatican’s International Theological Commission, an advisory body that studies major questions of Catholic doctrine. The appointees include Kenyan priest and Tangaza University Vice Chancellor Patrick Mwania, as well as theologians Khaled Anatolios and Boyd Coolman.
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Vatican reports Africa surpasses Europe in Catholics
The Holy See
— Oct 16, 2026
Africa has overtaken Europe as the world’s second-largest Catholic population, with about 288.3 million Catholics compared with Europe’s 287.2 million, according to Vatican statistics. The global Catholic population reached 1.422 billion, while priest numbers rose slightly worldwide, driven in part by growth in Africa.
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Africa's Catholic numbers passing Europe's shows real growth where it matters most now.
Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 14, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 14, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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Priest In Full Uniform Takes Down Single-Shoed Car Thief
The Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 14, 2026
A priest subdued a suspected car thief outside a shrine on Tuesday.
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The Trump Administration Is Right To Take On Duplicate Medicare Payments
James Carter · 4 min · 4h
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