Life, Work, and Wit of a Celebrated Moral Philosopher In a reflective conversation, notable thinkers explored the journey, ideas, and playful intellect of one of modern philosophy’s most influential moral voices. The discussion delved into the philosopher’s formative years, his groundbreaking work, and the kind of wit that enlivened his academic and public engagements. The … Read more

Potential Milestone: The First Female Archbishop of Canterbury A female bishop now stands at the forefront of potentially becoming the Church of England’s first female archbishop of Canterbury, with British betting firms favoring her for this historic appointment. Her candidacy emerges as the church prepares to replace the outgoing archbishop, who stepped down in January. … Read more

Pope Leo XIV and the Major Papal Basilicas of Rome Pope Leo XIV has formally assumed the stewardship of the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the seat of the Bishop of Rome and the Mother Church of all Christians. This significant ceremony signals the complete commencement of his pontificate, underscoring his role as the shepherd … Read more

Lilli Tagger Wins French Open Girls Title Austria’s 17‐year‑old Lilli Tagger celebrates her victory at the French Open girls’ final in Paris on June 7, 2025. British eighth‑seed Hannah Klugman, who was defeated in the final. After the match, Klugman embraced Tagger in a show of sportsmanship. PARIS (AP) — In an impressive display at … Read more

Austria’s Lilli Tagger Clinches the French Open Girls’ Title In a stunning display of talent and composure, 17‐year‐old Lilli Tagger from Austria emerged as the champion in the girls’ singles event at the French Open. Making her junior debut at Roland-Garros, she never dropped a set throughout the tournament. In the final match, Tagger dominated … Read more

Pope to Ecclesial Movements: Always Centering Jesus During an audience with moderators of lay associations, ecclesial movements, and emerging communities, Pope Leo XIV underscored the importance of both hierarchical and charismatic gifts as vital dimensions of the Church’s life. He urged all present to keep Jesus Christ at the heart of their work, emphasizing that … Read more

Supreme Court Exempts Catholic Charity from Wisconsin Unemployment Tax The nation’s highest court ruled on Thursday that a Catholic charity is not required to pay unemployment taxes in Wisconsin. This decision forms part of the broader set of cases concerning religious rights that the justices are currently evaluating. The ruling underscores the Court’s approach toward … Read more