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Brussels bans AI ‘nudifier’ apps days before Pope Leo’s AI encyclical
Posted on 05/21/2026 10:30 AM (CNA Daily News)
The provisional agreement bans AI tools used to create nonconsensual intimate imagery and abuse material, drawing immediate welcome from European bishops and ethicists.
Christ’s baptism site must remain living place of encounter with God, Cardinal Pizzaballa says
Posted on 05/21/2026 10:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
As Jordan launches preparations for the 2030 Jubilee of Christ's baptism, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa calls for spiritual renewal.
Pope Leo XIV: Nations must put common good ahead of particular interests
Posted on 05/21/2026 09:30 AM (CNA Daily News)
Though diplomacy and dialogue are essential for positive international relations, they must be accompanied by “a deeper conversion of heart,” the pope said.
Synod office sets path to 2028 ecclesial assembly
Posted on 05/21/2026 09:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
A new Vatican document outlines four stages for local Churches, bishops’ conferences, and continental bodies to assess how synodality is taking root after the 2021–2024 Synod on Synodality.
Leader of Pontifical Academy for Life offers overview of academy a year into his presidency
Posted on 05/21/2026 08:30 AM (CNA Daily News)
The academy's focus is to have a center of studies to “research about the new challenges” and “the new problems concerning human life,” Archbishop Renzo Pegoraro said.
Church in Mexico calls for combating human trafficking and exploitation during 2026 World Cup
Posted on 05/21/2026 08:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
The millions of people coming to Mexico for the World Cup represent an opportunity for human traffickers, prompting the Church in the country to raise awareness and recommend prevention measures.
DR Congo diocese issues Ebola prevention measures after health emergency declaration
Posted on 05/21/2026 07:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
Bishop Willy Ngumbi Ngengele had directed that all Catholic communities in the diocese observe strict preventive measures aimed at limiting the spread of the deadly virus.
Nigerian bishop appeals for prayers for 'safe release' of abducted teachers, students, children
Posted on 05/21/2026 06:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
After students, teachers and young children were abducted in Nigeria's Oyo State on May 15, Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo has urged Catholics to pray for the victims.
Catholic Charities of Baltimore opens $35M center to offer community services for all ages
Posted on 05/21/2026 05:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
Before opening the new facility, Catholic Charities collaborated with neighbors and community leaders to understand what they wanted and needed.
U.S. bishops publish letter of solidarity with Church in Mali following violent attacks
Posted on 05/20/2026 17:08 PM (CNA Daily News)
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has published a letter of solidarity with the Church in Mali expressing its condolences following several attacks in the area.