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One cannot expect investments in corrupt countries where democracy has been replaced by plebiscitary dictatorships and coups have become commonplace. As many as 15 states are 'flawed democracies' (failed states), and almost all of the rest are dictatorships.

MARIOLOGY 

On Mary Co-Redemptrix, it is better to deepen our understanding than to misunderstand

What undermines faith and distorts doctrine is not the Marian titles that are contested today, but rather the distortion of their authentic meaning, taught over the centuries by popes, saints and theologians, but suddenly forgotten in the name of Mater populi fidelis.

UNITED KINGDOM

England blames record abortions on economic crisis

A record number of abortions were performed in England and Wales in 2023, with almost 280,000 unborn children affected. Economic problems are cited as the main reason, with the cost of living and soaring childcare costs being the main factors. Easy access to chemical abortion acts as a multiplier.

MARIOLOGY

Mary Co-Redemptrix manifests her total union with the Redeemer

The Mother's suffering on Calvary was her unique participation in her Son's mission, not an alternative route to salvation. To clarify any misconceptions and prevent reductionism, the reflection on Marian Co-Redemptrix continues with a series in two parts of insights by Mark Miravalle and Robert Fastiggi, co-authors of the International Marian Association document published on 8 December 2025 in response to the Note Mater populi fidelis.

The co-author of the first historiographical text dedicated to Opus Dei founded by St Josemaría Escrivá talks to the Daily Compass about his research in the movement’s archives and his love for the charism. Almost a century of life and a multitude of men and women dedicated to practising (and studying) their faith.


The latest idea from the German synod elite aims to reshape the ecclesiastical hierarchy and reinvent doctrine, openly challenging Rome's silent disapproval. It is up to the Holy See to call time on a game that has gone too far.

Ecclesia 20_01_2026 Nico Spuntoni

One project after another costing thousands or millions of euros, ranging from Muslim and Roma culture to hairstyles according to the precepts of the Koran, not to mention the ever-present Islamophobia. All funded by Brussels, while Member States cry out for help.

 VATICAN

The key point of Leone's speech to the ambassadors is realism

Speaking to the Diplomatic Corps, the Pope proposed a holistic vision of the world based on the Church's social doctrine. Peace, he said, is based on the order willed by God, ‘transcendent and objective'. Realism is also at the heart of reflections on language and freedom of expression.

VATICAN

Pope Leo denounces Orwellian tendencies to the diplomatic corps

Leo XIV did not mince his words at the traditional meeting with the ambassadors at the beginning of the year. He defended life, family and religious freedom, but also criticised so-called 'new rights' and inclusive language that excludes those who do not conform to ideologies.

VATICAN

One consistory ends, another begins, scheduled for June

The Pope's two days with the cardinals have come to an end. The discussions focused largely on synodality, including working methods. Leo XIV restored the advisory function of the Sacred College, convening it once again on the eve of Saints Peter and Paul.

US

New York will survive even the Islamo-socialist mayor Mamdani

Mamdani inaugurates his term as mayor of New York by swearing on two copies of the Koran. His Muslim faith is mixed with a strong socialist ideology. But the “Big Apple” has always survived even the worst administrations.