The announcement of a new conscience protection rule May 2 protecting health care workers who object to abortion procedures on religious grounds was welcome news to U.S. Catholic bishops and the president of the Catholic Health Association.

Church leaders across Asia have expressed alarm over threats to press freedom amid reports of increasing attacks and intimidation of journalists, resulting in growing levels of self-censorship.

The Jesuit university has achieved carbon neutrality through energy efficiency and also through the financial support of reforestation projects and other green initiatives around the world.

"I urge everyone to respect the fundamental human rights and voice of the persons in these beautiful yet fragile communities."

“A kid that can do schoolwork and good grades while doing extracurricular activities can multitask.”

Migrants are not a threat to a nation's culture, traditions and values, Pope Francis said.