Comedian Shane Gillis sparked controversy on The Joe Rogan Experience by jokingly suggesting white nationalist Nick Fuentes could be a future president, while praising his humor. Watch the video.
All children and staff abducted from a Nigerian school have been found safe, church officials announced. Get the latest details on this developing story.
A church in Kenya marked Christmas with a celebration of the 'Black Messiah,' a distinctive local interpretation of the Nativity. Explore this unique cultural and religious observance.
Brazil's ex-President Jair Bolsonaro recovers from a double hernia operation on Christmas Day. Get the latest details on his health and ongoing legal situation.
Emotional scenes in Nigeria as 28 students from St. Mary's Catholic School are freed after a harrowing kidnapping ordeal. Read about their safe return and the ongoing security challenges.
Vice President JD Vance faces online criticism after sharing photos of a training session with Navy SEALs, with detractors calling it a 'desperate photo op' during a government shutdown. Read the full story.
The Nigerian government has secured the release of the final kidnapped pupils from St. Mary's Catholic School. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Nigerian authorities have secured the release of 130 students and staff kidnapped from a Catholic school in November 2025. The operation marks a significant development in the country's ongoing security challenges.
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi calls for urgent UN Security Council reforms to give Africa a more significant voice in global affairs. Read the full story on the push for international governance change.
Pope Leo XIV has called cardinals from around the world to the Vatican for a crucial meeting to assist in governing the Catholic Church. The assembly highlights his collaborative leadership approach.
Pope Francis appoints Rev. Manuel Rodriguez, known for his immigrant advocacy, as bishop of the Palm Beach diocese, home to Trump's Mar-a-Lago. Read the full story.
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem visited a Catholic parish in Gaza, meeting children in a symbolic gesture of hope during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the full story.
Edmonton students tackle snow clearing in their neighbourhoods as part of a city-wide initiative. See how youth are stepping up to help their community this winter.
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks, a fellow Chicagoan, as the new archbishop of New York, succeeding Cardinal Timothy Dolan. Get the details on this significant leadership change.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, confronts a historic test as he faces off against the policies and rhetoric of President Donald Trump. Explore the Vatican's diplomatic strategy and the divided U.S. bishops.
Annabelle Cloutier, a lifelong musician, is the new President and CEO of Ottawa's National Arts Centre. She steps into the role during a 'fragile' period for Canadian arts. Read her story.
Students at Dr. F. J. McDonald Catholic School in Ottawa received a festive holiday meal on December 16, 2025, thanks to entrepreneur Gregory Aboukheir and volunteers. Read about this heartwarming community event.
The London District Catholic School Board hits pause on busing for specialized academic programs, citing operational reviews. Learn the details and potential impacts on families.
U.S. President Donald Trump says he will file a lawsuit against the BBC by Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The announcement came during a White House event.
Benin's President Patrice Talon addresses a failed coup attempt, stating the perpetrators are fleeing. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions in the West African nation.
A widespread misconception confuses the Immaculate Conception with the Virgin Birth. We clarify the Catholic dogma, its history, and why pop culture gets it wrong. Learn the facts here.
The Vatican has endorsed a replacement for an underground bishop in China, a significant move in Sino-Vatican relations. This decision highlights ongoing religious diplomacy.
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra announces $152.4 million for two new Ottawa high schools in Barrhaven and Orléans, with construction potentially starting spring 2026. The province also plans to transfer underutilized schools to boards in need.
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance addresses personal rumors while attending a high-profile ceremony. Get the full story on the political figure's public response.
Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visits the WWII Coventry bombing site, a symbolic gesture of unity as Europe strengthens its front against Russia. Details on the state visit.
Pope Leo XIV has dissolved a Vatican fundraising commission created under questionable circumstances. Get the latest details on this significant administrative move.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces intense online mockery after renaming an institute for Donald Trump and calling him a 'President of Peace,' a claim critics call absurd given Trump's recent actions. Read the fiery social media backlash.
Caesars Windsor Casino announces a key leadership change with the appointment of a new Senior Vice President and General Manager. Get the latest details on this strategic move.
A Vatican commission has concluded women cannot be ordained as deacons, a decision impacting Catholic communities in Canada and worldwide. Read the full report and its implications.
A Winnipeg Catholic school has notified parents of an alleged 'disturbing' incident that occurred on the street outside the school on Monday morning. Learn the details and the school's response.