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Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

Our Spring Campaign is in its final hours, and this urgent push will decide whether reporting that defends life, faith, and the institutional Church keeps running without compromise. This newsroom has built a reputation for

Catholic Journalist Names Augustinian Priests, Demands Accountability

Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

Journalists reporting on clerical activity sometimes rely on confidential tips, and a recent disclosure has put several Augustinian priests in the spotlight over a 1995 gathering. The claim centers on a Catholic journalist who says

Archbishop Defends Unborn Dignity at UN, Asserts Equal Worth

Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

The Vatican’s representative at the United Nations urged a moral reset on how the world treats unborn children with genetic differences, spotlighting the ethics of prenatal testing and the danger of eugenic attitudes. This article

Slovenia Court Upholds Anti Assisted Suicide Vote, Defends Church Role

Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

Slovenia’s highest court refused a challenge from euthanasia advocates that sought to annul the country’s referendum rejecting assisted suicide, ruling that participation by the Catholic Church did not taint the campaign. The decision preserves the

TSA PreCheck Offers Faster Security For Vetted American Travelers

Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

TSA Precheck speeds you through airport security by reducing lines and hassles for eligible travelers. This piece breaks down who qualifies, how to enroll, what to expect at the checkpoint, and some limits you should

Maya Gebala Surgery Delayed, Family Urges Accountability

Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

Maya Gebala’s planned skull surgery was paused after doctors discovered a brain abscess, and she continues a fragile recovery roughly a month after the mass shooting that killed eight people and wounded dozens more. Her

GoPro Readies New Processor, Refreshes Action Camera Line

Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

GoPro skipped a 2025 Hero release and is teasing a fresh chapter: a faster, smarter processor, meaningful updates across its action camera lineup, and a brand new product direction that could change how people capture

Conservatives Urge Christians To Flood Senators, Defend Against Bill C-9

Erica Carlin March 26, 2026

Canadian MPs approved Bill C-9 in a 186-137 vote, and conservative voices are urging Christians to pray and to “flood senators” with calls and emails opposing the measure; this piece looks at what passed, why

Vatican Pachamama Photos, Mining Ban Prioritizes Earth Over People

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

The Vatican’s recent directive urging a halt to mining investments is presented as environmental stewardship, but critics argue it elevates the earth above the rights and livelihoods of people. This piece examines that tension, recalls

Americans Embrace Faith, Turn Back to Jesus on the Cross

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

Mary Magdalene’s life and legacy remind us that grace can overturn the worst reputation and reshape a person into someone beloved and faithful, and this piece explores that transformation through history, devotion, and practical reflection.

Father Sues School, Claims Censoring Parental Views On LGBT

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

A Michigan father says a school punished him for opposing classroom displays of LGBT “pride” rather than for any real safety concern, and he has taken the district to court claiming viewpoint discrimination and a

Boller Defends Catholics From False Antisemitism Accusations

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

A priest publicly defended Carrie Prejean Boller’s role on President Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission, calling her stance ‘courageous’ and arguing she was trying to shield faithful Catholics from unfair charges of ‘antisemitism.’ This piece walks

Migrant Integration Strains Vienna Schools, Threatens Student Safety

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

A Vienna social worker reports classrooms marked by recurring violence and chronic absenteeism, spotlighting urgent questions about how a large migrant population is integrating and whether schools can keep students safe. The account points to

Hailey Davidson Sues Over Trans Rules, Defends Women’s Golf

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

Golfer ‘Hailey’ Davidson has filed a lawsuit that takes aim at eligibility rules keeping males out of women’s golf, arguing those rules block what the suit calls fair access for ‘trans’ athletes and force a

Defend Faith And Liberty, Fund Accountability For Leaders

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

We are under coordinated attacks aimed at silencing our defense of life, liberty, and faith, and your support today keeps us fighting to hold political leaders and Church authorities accountable for their choices and actions.

Patriots, Joe Kent Confront Washington Establishment

Erica Carlin March 25, 2026

Joe Kent’s resignation and the broader pushback against the mainstream pro-Israel wing have turned the conservative movement into a crossroads. This article looks at what Kent’s stance signals, why it matters for the America First

Vigilant Marchers Disarm Bottle Bomb, Prevent Any Injuries

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

At Portugal’s first March for Life a radical leftist tried to throw a Molotov cocktail at pro-lifers, but march participants detained the attacker and removed the fuse before it could ignite, and no one was

Protect Veterans, Stop VA From Counseling PTSD Patients Toward MAiD

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

Danielle Smith pushed back hard against a pro-euthanasia reporter and defended a provincial bill that tightens who can access assisted suicide, arguing that vulnerable people deserve protection and better care. The debate has focused on

Rutherford Library Director Defies Removal Over Violent, Gender Content

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

The Rutherford County Library System removed 190 books judged inappropriate for children by the board, citing violent content and messages that ‘promote gender confusion,’ but director Luanne James publicly refused to follow the motion and

University Of San Diego Defies Church Teaching After Easter

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

The University of San Diego will host a Two-Spirit storyteller event focused on LGBTQ+ journeys of faith a few days after Easter, a choice that has drawn attention because the university has taken stances at

Converted Muslim Nikki Kingsley, Embraces Christ Despite Persecution

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

Nikki Kingsley grew up in a devout Sunni household, entered an arranged marriage, and spent years seeking God within Islam before a string of startling encounters shifted everything. Inside a Catholic cathedral she experienced a

Conservative Leader Misses Chance To Expose Assisted Suicide Harm

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

Pierre Poilievre faced Joe Rogan with a global audience and left a crucial argument on the table, stopping short of a full-throated rejection of assisted suicide. That hesitation mattered because Canada’s approach to end-of-life policy

SSPX Conflict Centers On Doctrine, Not Liturgy, Says Müller

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

Cardinal Müller framed a dispute that goes beyond ritual preferences, arguing the real rupture centers on core teaching. This article lays out the context, the stakes for church unity, legal and pastoral implications, and why

Connecticut Democrats Move To Curtail Parents’ Homeschool Rights

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

Connecticut Democrats are pushing a bill that experts say would roll back long-standing freedoms for parents who choose to teach their kids at home. A legal analyst warned the legislation could effectively undo current protections

HVAC Tech Cuts Bills, Strengthens Grid, Boosts Independence

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

Homes and offices lean more on HVAC than ever, pushing utility bills up and straining local power systems, while a company’s new technology seeks to trim that load by coordinating heating and cooling with the

Two Thousand Californians Rally For Unborn, Challenge Newsom

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

The sixth annual California March for Life drew roughly two thousand people to the state capital on a Monday, a deliberate choice so Governor Gavin Newsom and lawmakers would see Californians standing up for the

Human Rights Campaign Forces Fortune 500 Companies To Conform

Erica Carlin March 24, 2026

For nearly a quarter century the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index shaped corporate behavior by rewarding conformity with its model policies, and that influence has provoked a growing pushback from businesses and conservatives who

Court Imposes Life Sentence On Gosnell, Upholds Newborn Rights

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

Kermit Gosnell was convicted and sentenced to life in prison for killing three newborns who were born alive during illegal late-term abortions, a case that shocked the nation and highlighted failures in oversight, law enforcement,

Cabinet Minutes Show PM Martin Admits Policy Hurt Canadians

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

Declassified cabinet minutes show that Liberal prime minister Paul Martin wrestled with the political and moral fallout of legalizing same-sex “marriage,” and his notes admit the topic was deeply sensitive for many Canadians. The documents

LifeSite News Urges Support, Defends Faith Over Pachamama Photos

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

LifeSiteNews is closing a critical Spring Campaign and releasing a special episode of Faith & Reason featuring Fr. James Altman and Liz Yore that dives into recently surfaced Pachamama photos; this article explains the campaign’s

Donate Now To Preserve LifeSiteNews Spring Campaign, Defend Truth

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

LifeSiteNews is racing toward the end of its Spring Campaign and still needs significant support to keep reaching millions, while releasing a special Faith & Reason episode tonight that digs into the controversial Pachamama photos

New Dads Transform Team Culture, Bolster Family Values Now

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

The Seattle Mariners released a short, affectionate video celebrating fatherhood that blends humor, honesty, and ballpark life, showing players juggling diapers and dugout duties while sending a clear message about being present at home. It

Photo Reveals Pope Leo XIV Kneeling Before Pachamama Idol

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

The photo at the center of this controversy shows Robert Prevost—today sitting as Pope Leo XIV—kneeling in what is identified as a Pachamama ritual, the very earth-deity ceremony that stirred uproar when icons were processed

Trump Accelerates Pentagon Drive To Rebuild American Munitions

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

Washington has long warned that the Chinese Communist Party is a serious threat, but words without industrial action leave us vulnerable. For years policymakers talked about dangers while our munitions factories shrank and supply chains

Confront False Spirituality, Protect Traditional Mortification Practices

Erica Carlin March 23, 2026

This piece challenges a trend in modern devotion that downplays external discipline and offers a case for recovering tangible practices of self-denial, while warning against rationalism and cowardice that masquerade as advanced spirituality. Many believers

Restore Strong Masculinity, Protect Boys From Leftist Assault

Erica Carlin March 22, 2026

This piece pushes back on a cultural current that has mocked traditional masculinity, turned it into a caricature, and then used that caricature as the basis for political advantage, educational programs, and popular media messaging

Jury Defends Afroman Parody, Upholds First Amendment Rights

Erica Carlin March 22, 2026

Joseph E. Foreman, known as Afroman, turned a violent home raid into a First Amendment fight by making parody videos and songs that mocked the officers who searched his house. He dressed in an American

Conservative Leaders Urge Americans To Heed God’s Voice Today

Erica Carlin March 22, 2026

This short reflection looks at Passion Sunday and the image of Jesus as the Lamb whose sacrifice brings life, tracing how the ancient words call us to listen, to soften our hearts, and to let

LifeSiteNews Defends Truth About Church, Global Events

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

LifeSiteNews exists to report what it sees as the plain truth about events affecting the Church and wider society, and this piece explores that mission, why it matters to its readers, how it approaches reporting,

Congress Fails DHS Funding, Leaves TSA Workers Stranded

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

Congress’ failure to fund the Department of Homeland Security has stepped on the brakes for travelers and left Transportation Security Administration workers scrambling, and this piece lays out why that breakdown matters, who pays the

Bishop Barron Defends Church, Accuses Prejean Boller Of Browbeating

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

This piece examines a recent clash between Bishop Barron and Carrie Prejean Boller after an exchange on X, detailing the accusation that she ‘browbeat witnesses’ and presented herself as a target of anti-Catholic prejudice, and

Maine GOP, Sen Collins, LePage Rally To Secure Ballot Measure

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

Voters in Maine are facing a clear choice: whether to approve a ballot measure to restrict biological males who identify as female from participating in girls’ sports and using girls’ bathrooms in schools and public

Trump Administration Rejects Biden Era CIA Motherhood Extremism Claim

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

The Trump administration has officially removed a controversial Biden-era CIA document that linked family roles with violent ideology, a move that has sparked debate about politicization inside intelligence agencies and the limits of cultural analysis.

Conservatives Demand Vatican Answer On Pachamama Ritual

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

The recent report about Pope Leo XIV and his alleged involvement in a Pachamama ritual has set off intense reactions, and this piece lays out what happened, how the Church and public have responded, and

Church Embraces Cross, Priest In Exile Urges Faithful Resolve

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

Nicaragua’s recent move to block ordinations in four dioceses has sent shockwaves through the Catholic community and drawn sharp criticism from those who see it as another step toward state control of conscience. This article

Jesus Breaks Sin Chains, Restores Light and Spiritual Freedom

Erica Carlin March 21, 2026

This piece looks straight at a simple, powerful offer: Jesus reaches into our worst places and invites us out. It traces three images he uses to meet human need, names a chance to change as

Vatican Tolerates Pagan Rituals, Targets Traditional Priests

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Bishop Schneider’s message in Madrid was blunt: the core of Catholic belief is not negotiable, and that claim sits at the center of a wider argument about what counts as acceptable practice in the Church.

Federal Probe Targets Thirteen States For Legal Accountability

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

States under investigation are California, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Vermont, and Washington. The Trump administration opened inquiries into whether these states are trying to force abortion coverage

Poilievre Backs Ban On Unsolicited Euthanasia, Protects Vulnerable

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Pierre Poilievre says he backs a bill that would make it illegal for anyone to suggest euthanasia to someone who hasn’t asked for it, while also insisting Canadians who ‘want’ euthanasia must still have access.

Ford Demands Closure Of Drug Injection Sites, Protects Communities

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Ontario’s decision to end free supervised drug consumption sites shifts the debate from tolerance to tangible results, weighing public safety, taxpayer accountability, and better paths to recovery. This article looks at why the move matters,

Mary Miller Pushes Clean Water Act Requiring Safe Medical Disposal Kits

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Rep. Mary Miller’s Clean Water for All Life Act would provide a catch kit and a medical waste bag, along with clear instructions to return them to a healthcare provider for proper disposal. The proposal

Protect Taxpayers, Target Free College To Families Under $60k

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Notre Dame has announced a change to its undergraduate pricing that will remove tuition for students from families earning under $60,000 and also pick up housing and meal costs, shifting how many households will approach

New Hampshire Senate Rejects Abortion Rights Bill, Defends Limits

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

The New Hampshire Senate voted down a bill that would have created a statewide “right” to abortion and offered protections to abortion providers facing legal pressure from pro-life states, a move that signals a win

Israel Closes Jerusalem Sites After Iran Strikes, Protects Worship

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Israel has closed key holy sites in Jerusalem after retaliatory strikes linked to Iran rattled the region, and Christian leaders are pushing for permission to observe Holy Week rites with limits. The clash between security

Pachamama Ritual Labeled Intrinsically Gravely Evil By Moral Theologians

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Anthony Stine highlighted a sharp moral judgment about participation in a Pachamama rite, citing two moral theologians who judged active involvement to be seriously wrong. The issue touches on how ritual actions are interpreted theologically

Exorcists Invoke St Joseph, Shield Catholics From Demons

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

Exorcists do not act alone; they call on a network of holy figures to confront evil, and one name stands out above the rest: St. Joseph. This piece looks at how exorcists invoke saints as

Constitution Center Honors US Born Pontiff, Marks July 3 Address

Erica Carlin March 20, 2026

The National Constitution Center will honor a U.S.-born pontiff in Philadelphia as part of the country’s 250th anniversary celebrations, and he will deliver his remarks to the July 3 event remotely via video. This piece

March 19 FOIA Hearing Demands Biden Release Catholic Records

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

A federal hearing is scheduled for March 19 in a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit brought by watchdog groups seeking records tied to “radical traditionalist Catholics” from the Biden administration era. The case puts a

Bishop Welcomes Rainbow Catholics At Home, Alarming Church Conservatives

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

Bishop Arnaldo Carvalheiro Neto of Jundiaí opened his home to LGBT activist groups identified with the heretical ‘Global Network of Rainbow Catholics’ and described the visit as a “family atmosphere.” The gathering has raised questions

Hollywood Dismisses Conservative Values, Deepens National Moral Crisis

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

Hollywood crowned a film that caricatured border agents and conservative voters as villains, while the rest of our institutions keep chipping away at shared standards. A new Pew poll shows Americans are more likely to

Inslee Left Thousands Of Abortion Pills, Washington Rushes Distribution

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

Washington state built up a large supply of abortion pills under former Democrat governor Jay Inslee, and officials are now moving quickly to push those pills out before they expire. That rush is raising sharp

Viganò Accuses New Pope Of Abandoning Traditional Flock

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

The unfolding story centers on Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò’s public frustration after a scheduled audience with Pope Leo was reportedly canceled, a move he says undercuts hopes that the new pontiff would reconcile those estranged

Pope Leo XIV, Caught In 1995 Pachamama Worship Photos

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

A new special episode of Faith & Reason presents photographic evidence that Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, took part in a Pachamama ritual in 1995, and organizers have launched an urgent petition asking Pope

Latin Patriarch Joins Israel Calling For Order Amid Gaza Crisis

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

The Latin Patriarch sharply criticized the misuse of God’s name, tied that condemnation to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and pointed to rising settler violence in the West Bank—concerns that Israeli officials have also voiced.

Former Government Expert Warns Chinese Cars Transmit Data To Beijing

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

Lawmakers in Ottawa were warned that certain imported vehicles from China may be sending vehicle and driver data back to the Chinese state, raising sharp national security and privacy concerns. The testimony from a former

Saint Joseph Protects Mary’s Honor, Upholds Family Purity

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

This short piece looks at St. Joseph as the humble protector and devoted spouse to Mary, showing how his virtues of chastity, obedience, and quiet strength shaped his role guarding Jesus and his mother. It

Church Calls Faithful To Embrace Mercy, Prepare For Passion

Erica Carlin March 19, 2026

The Church, in the days before the solemn two-week remembrance of the Passion, lifts a clear invitation: look to the mercy poured out through Christ’s Blood and use these days to seek real reconciliation with

Author Gareth Gore Defends Book, Says Pope Leo XIV Praised It

Erica Carlin March 18, 2026

A recent controversy has erupted after a new book reportedly received praise from Pope Leo XIV as “‘rigorous,’” while the organization it critiques issued a blunt public rebuttal calling the work “‘errors, conspiracy theories,’ and

Appeals Court Forces Retrial, Protects Due Process Rights

Erica Carlin March 18, 2026

The Vatican appeals court found that the defendant’s ‘right to defense’ was infringed during a high-profile financial crimes trial, and the judges ordered a retrial. The decision throws a new spotlight on procedural safeguards, the

Third Circuit Must Act To Protect Disabled From Assisted Suicide

Erica Carlin March 18, 2026

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals is being asked to act to protect disabled people from being pushed toward assisted suicide, Alliance Defending Freedom and other pro-life organizations argue. They contend Delaware’s new assisted suicide

Belgian Catholics Halt State Backed Play, Defend Faith

Erica Carlin March 18, 2026

Catholics in Belgium succeeded in stopping a government-supported stage production they considered insulting to the Virgin Mary, sparking a heated public debate about art, faith, and the limits of state sponsorship. The cancellation followed organized