Why campaign for Jimmy Lai's release?
At the annual Bussola/Daily Compass conference, Sebastien Lai, Jimmy’s son, gave a moving testimony appealing to Western governments to put pressure on the Chinese authorities to release his father. It was also an opportunity to understand the roots of true freedom — an issue that concerns everyone.
- DOSSIER: A Roman Catholic against the Power
- The HongKonger — the official trailer
Two-thirds of world's population live in countries where religious freedom is restricted
The eighth report by Aid to the Church in Need reveals the widespread nature of religious persecution around the world. More than 5.4 billion people live in countries where systematic violations of religious freedom take place.
Italian bishops poisoned synod supports gay pride
The Italian Episcopal Conference (CEI) publishes the synthesis document on the synod path and continues its attempt to reconcile homosexuality and transsexuality with the Catholic faith.
Ursula Gates: insider revelations on the power of lobbies in Brussels
A compelling book by Frédéric Baldan, the man who courageously denounced Ursula von der Leyen for the Pfizergate scandal, was recently translated from French in to Italian and is now available in bookstores in Italy. It reveals the names of those involved in a complex web of hidden interests that govern the main European institution, with links that stretch all the way to Bill Gates. Foreword by Marcello Foa.
On the ethics of life: Leo XIV contradicts Benedict XVI
An Italian magazine, Il Regno, has unearthed a speech from 2023 in which the then Cardinal Prevost conflated abortion, the death penalty and migration. He reiterated the same ideas as pope in an interview recently. While it is right to uphold 'a consistent ethics of life', abortion and euthanasia are always murder, whereas in other cases, each situation must be considered on its own merits. As Ratzinger recalled
Catholic Church's humiliation in Shanghai demands change in Vatican
With the announcement of Wu Jianlin's episcopal ordination, the Holy See has responded publicly its acceptance of him as auxiliary bishop. This is despite the fact that Beijing appointed him unilaterally during the sede vacante. This is a tricky situation that Pope Leo will have to act on quickly.
Jimmy Lai: martyr for the truth
A successful Hong Kong entrepreneur and publisher, he converted to Catholicism and became a thorn in the side of the Chinese Communist regime. He has spent the last five years in prison, where he is in danger of dying. He will receive the ‘Made for Truth' award during the Nuova Bussola/Daily Compass annual celebration day on 25 October, which will be presented to his son Sebastien Lai on his behalf.
- DOSSIER: Jimmy Lai, a Catholic against power
The ordination of a bishop in Shanghai is another slap in the face for the Vatican by China
The episcopal ordination of Wu Jinlian, who was appointed after the death of Pope Francis and never recognised by the Holy See, is set to take place on 15 October. This is a sign of the failure of the secret China-Vatican agreement, but Cardinal Parolin insists, 'Let us move forward with patience'.
Israel-Hamas agreements: a starting point, not an endpoint
While everyone cheers the ceasefire and the release of hostages and prisoners, it is important not to forget that the road to lasting peace is still very long and full of unknowns. There is also a leadership problem in both camps.
Dilexi Te, Leo XIV publishes Francis's last document
The Apostolic Exhortation on love for the poor, bequeathed by his predecessor, has been presented. True to his style, Pope Pevost maintains the layout desired by Pope Bergoglio, adding only a few personal reflections. Controversy surrounds Monsignor Paglia's contribution.
Abortion pills: why the adverse effects are underestimated
There is a discrepancy between the numbers provided by the abortion industry regarding complications related to the use of mifepristone (RU486) and misoprostol, and the figures from more objective studies. Here, we present an analysis from the USA of three important reasons why the adverse effects of abortion pills are greatly underestimated.
Sanae Takaichi is set to become Japan's 'Iron Lady'.
She could become the first woman to lead the Japanese government. A very conservative figure, she is inspired by Margaret Thatcher. Her political career has been characterised by continuous defeats and comebacks. She rejects pink quotas.
