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.
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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.
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.
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.
‘Tusk wants to put me on trial for defending John Paul II'
Gifts to the papal Elemosineria and the reaction to slanders on Pope Wojtyla spread by a left-wing newspaper. The 'guilty' person is the conservative MEP, whose immunity the current Polish government has had removed so he can be prosecuted.
Remembering 7 October 2023 helps to build peace
Everyone defends Palestinians, but no one wants them
On the run interviews obscure Pope's role
Pope Francis's impromptu meetings with journalists are becoming more frequent: a mechanism that feeds on direct questions and ambiguous or problematic answers. However, if the papacy debases itself in the marketplace of ideas, it is confusion rather than faith that is nourished.
Praying the Rosary as a family: a weapon for peace
While wars continue to threaten the world, the beginning of October reminds us of the importance of praying the Rosary for peace, as Our Lady requested at Fátima. The example of the saints and the call to parents: pray the Rosary as a family.
Shame on Scotland: 75-year-old pro-life activist arrested and abused
Rose Docherty was taken away by four police officers in Glasgow for allegedly violating the law on buffer zones near abortion clinics. She was standing still, holding a sign saying that she was available to talk to anyone. She was searched and charged as if she were a dangerous criminal.
China attempts to tighten noose around Catholic Church in Hong Kong
The pro-Chinese wing of the Church (in Hong Kong and Rome) is pushing for the appointment of an auxiliary bishop in Hong Kong who will please Beijing. This is Peter Choy, who will meet the Pope on 4 October, alongside Bishop Emeritus Cardinal John Tong. Choy's appointment as bishop of Hong Kong was blocked five years ago, but the conditions are now more favourable to China.