A Molotov cocktail was thrown at participants during a March for Life in Lisbon on Saturday. Fortunately, the device failed to ignite and no one was injured. The suspect was quickly detained at the scene. According to police, the 39-year-old man has caused similar disturbances in the past. Patriarch Rui Valério of Lisbon released a statement afterwards that violence is never the way: "It does not build, it does not dignify, it does not serve the truth. And it becomes even more painful when it threatens the most vulnerable, especially children, who should always be a sign of hope and never exposed to fear." #newsSxcsdqbgli
The Gospel of Saint Luke opens with a news flash from the Archangel Gabriel for Zechariah the priest, and Mary — Theotokos — the new Ark of the Covenant.
van00sa - Only 3 weeks into the war and Australia is running out of fuel 107 ... Only 3 weeks into the war and Australia is running out of fuel 107 petrol stations across NSW have run out of diesel, an entire town in Victoria has run dry. A report written in 2013 warned this would happen word for word. Every government for 25 years chose to ignore x.com/van00sa/status/2035342631216021891/video/1
Australia’s trucking industry has warned rising fuel prices are set to force heavy vehicle fleets off the road, resulting in grocery price spikes and empty supermarket shelves by mid-April. Road freight operator representative body the National Road Transport Association (NatRoad) warned the war in the Middle East has already caused a 70% rise in fuel costs since early March, which would be passed on to supermarket shoppers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insisted there was no fuel shortage this week while announcing the formation of a Fuel Supply Taskforce, saying oil tankers already en route to Australia would continue to arrive over the next month, but fuel is already at record-high prices with service stations running dry. NatRoad CEO Warren Clark told the Australian Business Network road freight businesses were already unable to afford the cost of diesel due to razor thin margins, and predicted higher delivery costs would translate into products missing from grocery stores. …
Australische Lkw-Fahrer warnen vor leeren Supermarktregalen aufgrund der Treibstoffkrise „Australiens Lkw-Branche warnt vor steigenden Treibstoffpreisen, die dazu führen werden, dass Lkw-Flotten stillgelegt werden und dies bis Mitte April zu drastischen Preiserhöhungen bei Lebensmitteln und leeren Supermarktregalen führen wird. Der Branchenverband der Straßengüterverkehrs-Unternehmen, die National Road Transport Association (NatRoad), warnte, dass der Krieg im Nahen Osten seit Anfang März bereits einen Anstieg der Treibstoffkosten um 70 % verursacht habe, der an die Supermarktkunden weitergegeben werde. Premierminister Anthony Albanese (...) erklärte, dass die bereits auf dem Weg nach Australien befindlichen Öltanker auch im Laufe des nächsten Monats eintreffen würden. Allerdings seien die Treibstoffpreise bereits auf Rekordniveau und die Tankstellen würden leergetankt. (…)“ „Wir hören von Leuten, die sagen: ‚Wir besitzen unsere Lkw, aber wir stellen sie einfach ab, weil …Lokwengentiwe
Pope Leo XIV sent a message to the French bishops regarding the Mass in the Roman rite. The message was written by the Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin. The French bishops opened their spring assembly in Lourdes on 24 March. At the opening, Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline of Marseille said that key discussions would include a conference on liturgy and tradition, addressing debates on the Roman rite and its communities. According to a note from an anonymous internal source reported by La-croix.com, the topic is "not without causing tensions". And: "The bishops, whose views on the matter vary widely, will discuss the situation in their respective dioceses and the issues that have arisen. This should enable Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline to contribute to the June consistory with well-informed views." The relevant paragraph from Cardinal Parolin to the French bishops reads: "Dear brothers, you intend to address the delicate subject of the liturgy, to which the Holy Father is particularly …Lokwengentiwe
Al Mayadeen English @MayadeenEnglish Fars News Agency reported that the United States and “Israel” targeted a gas management building and a pressure reduction station on Kaveh Street in Isfahan, causing damage to parts of the facilities as well as nearby residential buildings. At the same time, reports indicated that the gas pipeline connected to the Khorramshahr power plant was also targeted. This comes after US President Donald Trump claimed that "any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure" would be postponed for a five-day period.
The Treasury just declared the U.S. insolvent. The media missed it The U.S. government is insolvent. That’s not hyperbole — it’s the conclusion drawn directly from the Treasury Department’s own consolidated financial statements for fiscal year 2025, released last week to near-total media silence. The numbers: $6.06 trillion in total assets against $47.78 trillion in total liabilities as of September 30, 2025. Importantly, the $47.78 trillion in reported liabilities does not include the unfunded obligations of social insurance programs like Social Security and Medicare — those are disclosed separately in the off-balance-sheet Statement of Social Insurance (SOSI). The government’s consolidated balance sheet position, excluding the SOSI, deteriorated by nearly $2.07 trillion between FY 2024 and FY 2025, reaching a staggering negative $41.72 trillion. Total liabilities are now nearly eight times the value of reported assets. The largest drivers were a $2 trillion increase in federal debt …Lokwengentiwe
You know, every year when Passion Sunday rolls around, the 5th Sunday of Lent, the Church does this really striking thing: she veils the crucifix, she veils the images of Christ, she veils even the statues of the saints. And yes, we always hear the standard explanation: “It’s so we can fast with our senses, so we can meditate on the Passion, so we can focus on what Christ suffered.” And that’s true, but that’s really just the surface of it. There’s a much deeper, much more theological and almost cinematic logic to it, and it’s all tied to how Christ Himself acted in the Gospel. Because think about it, today’s Gospel in the old Roman rite shows us Jesus literally “hiding” Himself from those who want to stone Him to death. And here’s the key: He’s not hiding because He’s scared. He’s not hiding because He’s running away from death. He’s hiding because His hour has not yet come. This is crucial. The entire liturgical action of veiling, the Church is basically mirroring Christ’s …Lokwengentiwe
9K views · 465 reactions | Is Britain still America's lapdog? Yes, and the hangover of Britain’s Empire has been folded into the US – particularly its military operations, says independent journalist Abby Martin. She has spent decades covering American wars of aggression, and has witnessed first hand how the corporate media 'manufactures consent' for these wars. The US-Israel assault on Iran is no different, she says. Speaking to Declassified, she discusses the dismal corporate media coverage in the UK and US, how no lessons have been learnt from the Gaza genocide, and why Keir Starmer can't stand up to Donald Trump over Iran. Watch the full video on YouTube/DeclassifiedUK | Declassified UK Is Britain still America's lapdog? Yes, and the hangover of Britain’s Empire has been folded into the US – particularly its military operations, says independent journalist Abby Martin. She has spent decades covering American wars of aggression, and has witnessed first hand how the corporate media …Lokwengentiwe
Belgian public broadcaster VRT aired a segment two months ago in which its presenters smashed statues of Jesus and Mary live. The scene was part of a so-called “rage room” meant to vent frustrations. Other smashed items included crockery and a computer screen. The three hosts were Eva De Roo, Dries Lenaerts and Sam De Bruyn. This week, Colm Flynn (EWTN) asked them whether they would do the same to symbols of Islam or Judaism. They said they would not (video below). Sam De Bruyn acknowledged that some people might feel offended, but argued that it is not a major issue in Belgium, certainly not for his audience. After public backlash, VRT issued an apology on March 24: “Eva and Dries offer their apologies. The video was intended as a humorous piece, and they underestimated how sensitive religious symbols can be. They understand that this was offensive to some people and would make different choices today.” However, there will be no serious consequences. Flemish Minister for Media Cieltje …Lokwengentiwe
Joe Kent, former Director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, resigned on Tuesday in protest of the U.S. war in Iran. He described it as unjustified and lacking a clear threat. At the Catholic Prayer for America event, he said Americans have been misled about the war’s necessity. He also urged young Americans to make their voices heard in upcoming elections, saying they do not want this war either. A good Catholic who knows this war is unjust and a lie. And who is brave enough and honest enough to call trump out on an unjust war against innocent people who didn't pose a threat to anyone. GOD Bless him and all Catholics who are against this evilness going on in Iran against innocent people. And around the world. 'We were misled into war': Joe Kent speaks out
The Real Boys Town and Fr. Edward Flanagan | EWTN Live with Fr. Mitch Fr. Flanagan League members, Edward Morse and Dan Daly talk about the heroic care for his fellow man exhibited by Fr. Edward Flanagan, the founder of Boys Town. Fr. Flanagan saw the needs of his community and did what he could to help. During his lifetime his mission work went to 31 states and 12 countries, directly caring for more than 6,000 children. It's an inspiring story that makes us all ask the question, "Are we doing enough?" Subscribe to EWTN’
19K views · 1.2K reactions | English history overseas! At Portugal’s stunning Batalha Monastery—linked to the world’s oldest Anglo-Portuguese alliance—Manueline artistry meets echoes of English Perpendicular Gothic in breathtaking harmony (Credit : IG - Greatbritisharchitecture) | Great British Architecture English history overseas! At Portugal’s stunning Batalha Monastery—linked to the world’s oldest Anglo-Portuguese alliance—Manueline artistry meets echoes of English Perpendicular Gothic in breathtaking harmony (Credit : IG - Greatbritisharchitecture)
The General Secretariat of the Synod published on March 24 the unreadable 'Final Report' of Study Group No. 2 on "To hear the cry of the poor and the earth" (English below). The most controversial idea is that the experience of "the poor" is some kind of theological revelation: “The spirituality of communities who struggle for life amid death-dealing poverty is not an option for doing theology, but the very source and guarantee that theology can say something true, relevant, and universal about God’s reign in history.” (page 36). Theology must be “rooted in the suffering of the poor and the earth”. Another troubling passage is that "formation for listening" includes "being sensitive to the LGBTQ+ community" (page 21). #newsWtelxoiuyo
One should be civil to this group. You do not have to like them, but you must love them. But that does not mean you have to be pals with or associate with them.
The real goal is satan's revolution. "Caring for poor" is a vehicle of it. Just like the marxist revolution. This is the spread of "errors of Russia" foretold by Our Lady.