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Pope Francis discusses same-sex couples, surrogacy during rare interview
Pope Francis, during a rare interview from the Vatican, urged acceptance, saying, "The Gospel is for everyone."
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Pope Francis, during a rare interview from the Vatican, urged acceptance, saying, "The Gospel is for everyone."
"We are not things to be traded or given away in backroom deals," the nuns wrote in a four-page response to the decree posted to their website Saturday afternoon.
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
Francis, who will turn 87 next month, confirmed the lung inflammation but said he'd still travel to Dubai later this week to address a climate change conference.
The 86-year-old pope welcomed the new "Princes of the Church" -- one of whom could one day become the successor to the current pontiff.
A Vatican spokesman said the pope does not have COVID-19, but requires several days of therapy.
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
The German-born pontiff never wanted to lead the Catholic Church, and he may be best remembered for the way he departed the role.
Pope Francis asked people to keep praying for his predecessor "in these difficult hours."
Pope Francis laid out new Vatican laws on Thursday about how Catholic clergy around the world should report allegations of sexual abuse and cover-ups within the church.
The pope's message comes on the heels of a meeting of young Catholics who told the Vatican they want a more transparent and authentic church.
Pope Francis on Sunday said that he was joining in the suffering of residents of Texas and Louisiana, and cited the "victims, thousands of homeless and the enormous property damage."
In an impromptu Easter Sunday speech, Pope Francis on Sunday encouraged people to hold fast in their "fearful hearts" to faith despite all the wars, sickness and hatred in the world, acknowledging that many wonder where God is amid so much evil and suffering.
In a papal first, Pope Francis has recorded a video message that will be shown to tens of thousands of fans during Sunday's Super Bowl game between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons.
Pope Francis celebrated Christmas Eve Mass in a packed St. Peter's Basilica on Saturday, rounding out a year marked by his pleas for the world to better protect innocents caught up in wars, migrations and abject poverty.
Pope Francis is expanding his presence on social media with an Instagram account.
Pope Francis set the canonization date Tuesday, paving the way for the nun who cared for the poorest of the poor to become the centerpiece of his yearlong focus on the Catholic Church's merciful side.
Vienna's cardinal says he is in touch with a man condemned to die in Texas, and that Pope Francis is following the case, too.
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Pope Francis will make history Sunday at the Vatican. He will grant sainthood to Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII. The joint ceremony will be the first dual canonization in the church's more than 2,000-year history.
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The Vatican is raising the possibility that the conclave to elect the next pope might start earlier than March 15, the earliest date possible under current rules that require a 15-20 day waiting period after the papacy becomes vacant.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones arrived to federal court in Texarkana Monday morning for a paternity case he has been fighting for the last two years.
"Had the debate not occurred, none of this would be happening right now," Cruz said.
President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race on Sunday and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination.
Flash flooding Monday morning brought nearly 4 inches of rain for some North Texans.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones arrived to federal court in Texarkana Monday morning for a paternity case he has been fighting for the last two years.
"Had the debate not occurred, none of this would be happening right now," Cruz said.
President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race on Sunday and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination.
Flash flooding Monday morning brought nearly 4 inches of rain for some North Texans.
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The judge cited the company's cruel treatment of the animals for, "unreasonably depriving the animals of necessary care or shelter."
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When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
"Had the debate not occurred, none of this would be happening right now," Cruz said.
President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race on Sunday and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination.
News of President Biden's withdrawal from the election wasn't necessarily a surprise.
President Biden ended his reelection bid weeks before the Democratic National Convention, which is set to kick off Aug. 19 in Chicago.
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
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Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
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The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Massive flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from Baby Doll's for hours as firefighters worked to put the fire out.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones arrived to federal court in Texarkana Monday morning for a paternity case he has been fighting for the last two years.
Adrian Beltré was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
The Texas Rangers beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
Elvis Andrus, Ian Kinsler, David Murphy, and Colby Lewis were among Beltré's former teammates who made the trip.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
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"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
There isn't a severe threat with Monday's storms but it is evident that the biggest threat is the potential for localized flooding and maybe a damaging wind gust.
Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz spoke in Houston Monday morning, taking aim at the Democratic Party after President Joe Biden announced he is dropping out of the presidential race.
Enjoy the cooler-than-average temperatures this week because North Texas heats back to near 100 degrees by the end of the month.
Trial begins Monday for the case involving Jones and a woman who claimed he is her father.
Flash flooding early Monday morning caused flooding on a portion of I-635 in Dallas.
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Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.