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03/11/2010 VATICAN
Pope: crisis in Penance, the result of relativism, primarily challenges priests
Benedict XVI recalled the example of St. John Mary Vienney to urge priests to be , "a sign of God's presence” in every day life. There is a sort of vicious circle between the blurring of the experience of God and the loss of the sense of sin.
Vatican City (AsiaNews) - The "crisis" of the Sacrament of Penance " primarily challenges priests”. In this Year for Priests, Benedict XVI has urged them to "go back to the confessional, even as a place to "spend" more time “so the faithful may find...

03/11/2010 SRI LANKA
The relics of Saint Anthony in Sri Lanka to bring “peace and unity” to the country
by Melani Manel Perera
For the first time in 750 years, the saint’s remains have left Padua (Italy) to make a pilgrimage to the Asian nation. The initiative is part of the celebrations marking the 175th anniversary of the basilica of Kochchikade, which is dedicated to the saint, who in his life was a member of the Franciscan order. Thousands of people, Catholic and non-Catholic, are praying for the country’s “lost unity” and for a “better life”.
03/10/2010 ASIA
Corruption is a cancer to the countries of South-East Asia
by Santosh Digal
According to a risk-consulting firm, Indonesia is the most corrupt country in South-East Asia along with Cambodia, Vietnam and the Philippines. The problem is pervasive in all sectors of the economy and society. Accusing adversaries of corruption has become a political tool of choice for many corrupt politicians to hang onto power. Catholic scholar in Manila says that if the common good were the priority, countries like Indonesia and the Philippines would be among the least corrupt countries in the region.

03/09/2010 SRI LANKA
At the Shrine of Our Lady of Tewatta 4 thousand young people pary for their vocation
by Melani Manel Perera
Under the title "Here am I. Send me," the Archdiocese of Colombo celebrates Children's Day. An 'opportunity for children and young people to begin their vocational journey. Archbishop of Colombo: We have different talents, qualities and weaknesses, but above all we are precious and unique to the Lord. He calls us to his mission for this uniqueness.
03/06/2010 INDIA – SRI LANKA
Thousands of Tamils go on pilgrimage for the feast day of Saint Anthony
by Nirmala Carvalho
Kachchatheevu welcomed the two-day celebration. The island belongs to Sri Lanka and is located in the strait that separates the island nation from India. The occasion gave participants an opportunity to share hopes and renew with tradition, in an area shared harmoniously by Tamils from both sides.
03/04/2010 SRI LANKA
Mannar: a “long march” for Lent after years of war
by Melani Manel Perera
After years of war, Catholics can renew with their traditional “long march” to the Calvary in Vavuniya, and participate in the thousands to the pilgrimage’s final Mass. Spiritual retreats and prayer meetings are scheduled.
03/03/2010 USA - ASIA
This year, US public debt could reach end game
by Maurizio d'Orlando
Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke issues the warning. Asian nations, China and India first, are no longer willing to purchase securities issued by the US Treasury, which this year has about US$ two trillion short-term debt to refinance. Beijing is buying gold instead.
03/02/2010 SRI LANKA
Archbishop of Colombo: Catholics, "seeds of unity" for Sri Lanka
by Melani Manel Perera
The bishop asks the faithful to play an active role in creating a country able to respect different races, religions and political organizations. He invokes loyalty Madonna to experience the "real religious revival and natural." Parents: you are guardians, not owners of your children.
03/01/2010 SRI LANKA
Still in custody General Fonseka launches candidacy for parliamentary elections
by Melani Manel Perera
The former army chief will lead an opposition coalition, despite being held on charges of planning a coup. Assisted by his wife, the only person who can visit him. Bitter trade of accusations between the general and government.
03/01/2010 JAPAN - CHILE
Tsunami alarm lifted. In Chile more than 700 dead
In the eastern Pacific Ocean waves up to a meter, but in some villages off the Chilean coast, the tsunami left at least 350 dead. Population and economy of the Latin American country hit hard. Price of copper soars. China promises $ 1 million in emergency aid.
02/28/2010 VATICAN
Pope appeals for Christians in Iraq and prays for the earthquake victims in Chile
In his first public address after his retreat, Benedict XVI expresses solidarity with Christians and people of Iraq and calls on the country's authorities to "ensure security" not to be dominated by "vested interests" for the support of the international community. Request for solidarity for the victims of the earthquake in Chile. During Lent, faithful and priests are invited to "constant meditation" on the Gospel. The attitude of the disciples in the transfiguration of Jesus

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02/25/2010 SRI LANKA
Solidarity for missing journalist who opposed president by Melani Manel Perera
02/24/2010 SRI LANKA
Refugees surviving on 250 grams of rice a day by Melani Manel Perera
02/21/2010 VATICAN
Pope: Lent, the world improves if we begin with ourselves, changing thanks to the grace of God
02/20/2010 VATICAN - ASIA
Pontifical Yearbook: slight increase in global number of Catholics
02/18/2010 INDIA – CHINA
India to offer “protection” to Chinese commercial shipping in the Indian Ocean
02/18/2010 ASIA - PHILIPPINES
Asia: 17 million new poor due to the global crisis by Santosh Digal
02/17/2010 SRI LANKA
Buddhist assembly stopped because religious leaders criticised manner of General Fonseka’s arrest by Melani Manel Perera
02/17/2010 ISLAM - ALGERIA
The Algerian Church has the same right to spread its message (as Muslims do) by Samir Khalil Samir
02/16/2010 SRI LANKA
Christian bishops worried about the situation after General Fonseka’s arrest by Melani Manel Perera
02/15/2010 SRI LANKA
Lent: peace and reconciliation to rebuild Sri Lanka by Melani Manel Perera
02/14/2010 VATICAN
Pope: The Gospel of Christ responds to the thirst for justice with the revolution of love
02/13/2010 SRI LANKA
Supreme Buddhist Leaders: Social confusion will lead Sri Lanka to destruction by Melani Manel Perera
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ISLAM - EUROPE
An anti-burqa law to renew Islam in Europe
by Samir Khalil SamirWearing the all-enveloping outer garment is not a religious requirement, but a cultural tradition from Saudi Arabia. It is the symbol of an attack by extremist Islam on Europe, and this has generated contempt for a certain retrograde form of Islam. A law is needed against wearing full-face veil in public spaces, but what is even more needed is a broad dialogue between East and West that would allow Islam to be modernised and integrated into European culture, and thus have an opportunity to contribute to world civilisation.
VATICAN – ISRAEL
Pius XII, the Pope who opposed Hitler
by Piero GheddoBenedict XVI has recognised his heroic virtues. Until the 1960s, Jews praised the war-time Pontiff, and appreciated him for saving hundreds of thousands of Jews; then, things changed. The “dark legend” emerged, aided by the Communist nations.
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03/11/2010 RUSSIA
More than 50 Jehovah’s Witnesses arrested in Russia for taking part in a public protest
03/05/2010 CAMBODIA – THAILAND
Phnom Penh fires 200 rockets, ASEAN leader concerned it might lead to military escalation
03/06/2010 PHILIPPINES
Mindanao: MILF drops demand for independence, opens door to peace
by Santosh Digal
03/08/2010 MYANMAR
International Women’s Day: 177 women endure violence and abuse in Burmese prisons
03/09/2010 IRAN
Isfahan: Protestant clergyman tortured for “converting Muslims”
03/05/2010 INDIA
Tamil Nadu: police arrests then releases bishops and faithful marching for Christian Dalit rights
by Nirmala Carvalho
03/06/2010 NEPAL
Murders and death threats to silence Nepali media
by Kalpit Parajuli
03/05/2010 ASIA
Terrorism alert in Strait of Malacca puts trade route at risk
03/05/2010 KYRGYZSTAN – UNITED STATES
US to build anti-terror centre in Kyrgyzstan
03/07/2010 VATICAN
Converting is looking at history and pain through the “eyes of God”, Pope says

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