In India, religion is the demographic hot button

Feb 26, 2025 18:06

ZENIT Staff

India’s first census (1951) revealed a population 84.1 percent Hindu and 9.8 percent Muslim. Photo: Bigstock

Pope Francis

3 ways to walk together in hope (with test questions): the Pope’s message for Lent 2025

Pope Francis’ message to all Catholics around the world on the occasion of Lent 2025

Feb 25, 2025 11:45

ZENIT Staff

Local Church

Former police officer murders beloved Polish priest: mourning after brutal killing

The 58-year-old priest was found strangled in the parish house on the evening of Thursday, February 13. Concerned neighbors raised the alarm around 7:00 p.m. after hearing disturbing cries from inside the rectory. When police arrived, they discovered the lifeless body of Father Dymek and apprehended a man attempting to flee the scene.

Feb 25, 2025 11:35

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

What does the Pope’s family say about his health condition? His cousin speaks

Beyond his Italian relatives, Pope Francis’ closest living family member is his younger sister, María Elena Bergoglio, who resides in Argentina. One of his nephews, who plays professional soccer, also lives in Italy.

Feb 25, 2025 11:33

Valentina di Giorgio

Local Church•Pope Francis•Protection of vulnerable people

Pope Francis Warns of AI’s Role in Enabling Abuse, Calls for Ethical Responsibility

Francis warned that the internet has long created a false sense of detachment, allowing individuals to hide behind screens and avoid responsibility for their actions

Feb 25, 2025 11:31

ZENIT Staff

Justice and Peace•Local Church

Pope’s health as of Monday, February 24: general improvement; abstinence in prognosis by physicians

Pope Francis Shows Signs of Improvement Amid Critical Health Condition

Feb 24, 2025 18:09

Jorge Enrique Mújica

Baseball: The Chicago White Sox honor Pope Leo XIV with a game (and a special cap) dedicated to the Pope

On August 11, during a home game against the Cincinnati Reds, the White Sox will distribute a limited-edition headpiece inspired by a papal mitre to fans attending the game

Believing isn’t always easy; Pope Leo XIV knows this and offers a concrete “solution”

Address on the occasion of the Regina Coeli prayer on Sunday, April 12, 2026

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In India, religion is the demographic hot button

Israel: ‘Netanyahu against NGOs, deadly attack on Israeli society’

Pope’s health as of Wednesday, February 26: slight improvement, guarded prognosis

Pope Francis Establishes New Commission to Boost Vatican Donations

Apparently New Atheism is out, cultural Christianity is in – but where’s Jesus in all this?

From hospital, Pope changes Vatican City law, broadens powers for new governor, appoints two “vice-governors»

Pope’s health as of Tuesday, February 25: condition remains critical, but stable

3 ways to walk together in hope (with test questions): the Pope’s message for Lent 2025

Former police officer murders beloved Polish priest: mourning after brutal killing

What does the Pope’s family say about his health condition? His cousin speaks

Pope Francis Warns of AI’s Role in Enabling Abuse, Calls for Ethical Responsibility

Pope’s health as of Monday, February 24: general improvement; abstinence in prognosis by physicians