SONA: Philippine president urged to deal with pressing issues
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

SONA: Philippine president urged to deal with pressing issues

MANILA (UCAN/Agencies): “Ensuring affordable rice for all Filipinos is crucial for alleviating poverty and enhancing…

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‘Cebu 8’ exonerated of trumped up terror charges
Posted in Cullen's Corner Features | Commentary

‘Cebu 8’ exonerated of trumped up terror charges

Father Shay Cullen The March for the Martyrs was a spectacular event with thousands of…

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Call for release of elderly Filipino political prisoners
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

Call for release of elderly Filipino political prisoners

MANILA (UCAN): Filipino civil society groups have called on the government to release some 90…

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Claiming right to possess and dominate nature is idolatry, pope says
Posted in NEWS The Pope Vatican

Claiming right to possess and dominate nature is idolatry, pope says

VATICAN (CNS): Being obedient to God’s commandment and spirit of love can radically change attitudes…

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Pope calls drug traffickers ‘murderers,’ pushes against legalisation
Posted in International NEWS The Pope

Pope calls drug traffickers ‘murderers,’ pushes against legalisation

VATICAN (CNS): While Christians must treat addicts with care and comprehension, drug traffickers who push…

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