(ANALYSIS) Ironically, 2025 was a turbulent year the world over. After so much military aggression in Ukraine, rampant starvation in Gaza and increasing violence of all kinds within the United States, people in many parts of the world were left much more despairing than hopeful for 2026.
Read MoreThe city is preparing for a jubilee year, a time when the Catholic Church invites pilgrims to Rome. The events, which will officially began on Christmas Eve this year and end on Dec. 28, 2025, constitute a special time dedicated to prayer and pilgrimage. Italy’s capital, which already draws an estimated 25 million visitors each year, could see that number increase to 32 million in 2025.
Read More(OPINION) Polls show that a majority of Americans are very worried about the state of U.S. democracy. As a scholar who researches democratic virtues, Christopher Beem has spent time with the work of Thomas Aquinas, a 13th century Dominican monk whose words are relevant to current times and show what it means to hope.
(OPINION) When Michael Metzger was nine, his father read a bit of poetry to him. He showed scant interest. But he can still recall the opening lines of both because of their enchanting phrasing and rhythm. Today, Metzger has a love for poetry. Here’s why.
(REVIEW) Here are five new books — on a mix of subjects and for all ages — to add to your Amazon cart in time for Easter.
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