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Will Leo XIV follow in Francis' footsteps or strike out in a new direction? How will the new papacy affect how the U.S. Catholic Church will navigate the storms that have buffeted it for the past decades? Two experts provide insights.

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Today marks the 80th anniversary of the of World War II on the European continent. This week is also fifty years after the Vietnam War’s end. What are the lessons for today from the peace movement on mobilizing resistance

Students, teachers and staff work “day and night” to protect the rights of international students, often the lifeblood of rural college towns

The ship, which was carrying human rights activists and humanitarian aid bound for Gaza, was anchored in international waters as it awaited permission to dock at Malta to pick up pro-Palestinian activists, was attacked at least twice by drones

Within just a few hours of white smoke rising out of the Vatican, MAGA is already fuming over the new pope. MAGA is in full meltdown mode over the new pope’s tweets.

Why May Day is necessary

The goal is to save money on higher-education assistance to pay for tax cuts for the rich.

The unfolding conflict between Pakistan and India needs to be handled with the utmost care and competence.