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Pope Leo’s Algeria visit revives memory of pro-independence clergy
Posted on 04/18/2026 07:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
Memories of Algeria’s independence struggle stirred by pope’s visit, Catholic film on dating makes splash in Vietnam, Kenyan bishops make plea for marriage, and more in this week’s world news roundup.
John Prevost discusses life as the pope’s brother: ‘We always knew that he had that calling’
Posted on 04/18/2026 06:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
As the pope’s brother, you have to take it “day by day because you never know, in a sense, what each day is going to bring,” John Prevost said.
Justice Department report: Biden administration targeted pro-life activists
Posted on 04/18/2026 05:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
A roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news.
Pope Leo XIV in Cameroon says no one should face life’s hardships alone
Posted on 04/18/2026 04:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
At an open-air Mass, the pontiff urged solidarity, civic responsibility, and special care for the poor.
Pope Leo XIV in Africa: 7 things to know about the Catholic Church in Angola
Posted on 04/18/2026 04:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
Pope Leo XIV will visit Angola from April 18–21 as part of an 11-day African tour and will include stops in Luanda, Muxima, and Saurimo.
Vatican halts sainthood cause of Jesuit priest, gulag survivor Walter Ciszek
Posted on 04/17/2026 16:26 PM (CNA Daily News)
After the Vatican halted the sainthood cause of Father Walter Ciszek, a proponent of his cause said the suspension “does not diminish the enduring spiritual value” of Ciszek’s witness.
Special education services restored for Chicago Catholic schools following brief suspension
Posted on 04/17/2026 15:56 PM (CNA Daily News)
Special services for student with disabilities will resume in Chicago Catholic schools, the Archdiocese of Chicago announced.
Savannah bishop on beatification of Georgia martyrs: ‘Be joyful witnesses’
Posted on 04/17/2026 15:26 PM (CNA Daily News)
The bishop of Savannah, Georgia, looks forward to “welcoming many visitors” this fall for the upcoming beatification of the 16th-century Jesuit missionaries known as the “Georgia Martyrs.”
Men and women are partners, not enemies, Fearless Congress declares
Posted on 04/17/2026 14:56 PM (CNA Daily News)
The Fearless Congress organizers explain how mature, virtuous men are urgently needed to help build a better society.
PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV meets with students, visits hospital, holds stadium Mass in Cameroon
Posted on 04/17/2026 14:26 PM (CNA Daily News)
The Holy Father will stay in Cameroon one more night before traveling to Angola on April 18.