Vatican offers new guidance for Synod’s implementation phase
A new document from the Synod of Bishops is intended “to provide an interpretive key for understanding the implementation phase of the synodal process.” Released by the Synod on Monday, Pathways for the Implementation Phase of the Synod offers “local Churches throughout the world the world a shared framework that will make it easier to…
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EU people turn to internet for cultural purposes
In 2024, people in the EU widely used the internet for cultural purposes. The most common activity was watching TV or videos online, reported by 79% of internet users. This was followed by reading online news sites, newspapers or news magazines (70%), listening to or downloading music (65%) and playing or downloading games (34%). The…
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EU population increases for the 4th consecutive year
On 1 January 2025, the EU population was estimated at 450.4 million inhabitants, 1 070 702 more than the previous year. This was the fourth consecutive year in which the EU population grew, following a decrease in 2021 caused by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The observed population growth can be largely attributed to…
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China, Canada vow stronger trade, Rohingya aid
During Touhid’s meeting with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi, both sides expressed satisfaction over the trajectory of bilateral relations and reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation across priority sectors. Wang Yi conveyed Beijing’s full support for the ongoing reform initiatives under the interim government, led by chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, assuring cooperation in areas…
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Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner Take in Red Sox Game
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner are enjoying summer as a family. The Accountant 2 star, 52, and the Deadpool & Wolverine actress, 53, were spotted watching the Boston Red Sox take on the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park on Friday, July 11. Two of the former couple’s children — Seraphina Rose Elizabeth Affleck, 16,…
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