Shortly after Jorge Mario Bergoglio became Pope, leader of over 1.2 billion Catholics, he signaled his focus on environmental issues by choosing the name Francis, after Saint Francis of Assisi, who revered nature as a “mirror of God.” Since 2013, Pope Francis has become a prominent voice in the global climate movement. While political leaders […]
Here’s a breakdown of the papal selection process and a look at potential candidates to replace Pope Francis.
Following the Vatican’s announcement on Monday of the passing of Pope Francis, who had led the Catholic Church since 2013, church bells rang out across Rome and tributes poured in from world leaders. Pope Francis’s last public appearance was at St. Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday, after a period of hospitalization for a respiratory ailment […]
Pope Francis understood how to communicate effectively in the age of social media. He embraced new apps as opportunities to connect with Catholics everywhere. Although he stopped watching television in 1990, he joined in 2016, quickly gaining 1.4 million followers in under 12 hours. Near the end of his life, he regularly participated in weekly […]
President Trump’s aggressive stance toward higher education prompted a response from Harvard and other institutions, demonstrating that yielding to such pressure is not a viable long-term strategy. Some leaders initially seemed to give in to Trump’s demands, only to find that he reportedly backtracked on agreements and sought further concessions. Even institutions like , who […]
Sunday is one of the most important religious observances for Christians. Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and concludes Holy Week, which starts on Palm Sunday and concludes on Holy Saturday, the six days preceding Easter Sunday. The calculations determining Easter have remained consistent: Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the full […]
` tags. On April 19, 1995, a truck bomb detonated at a federal building in Oklahoma City. The event resulted in 168 fatalities, including 19 children, marking it as the deadliest terrorist incident on U.S. soil. Following the April 19, 1995, tragedy, TIME magazine described the local experience with natural disasters: “In Oklahoma, they’re used […]
With the ongoing measles outbreak that originated in Texas, many are wondering if a measles vaccine booster is necessary. Measles, a highly contagious airborne illness, can lead to serious and potentially fatal complications. It is preventable with the MMR vaccine, typically given in two doses during childhood. While the U.S. had eliminated measles over two […]
According to court documents reviewed by TIME, the Trump administration had the opportunity to challenge Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s protection against deportation during Trump’s first term but chose not to. In October 2019, an immigration judge ruled that Abrego Garcia should not be deported due to the risk of violent gang threats he would face in […]
BP’s recent shareholder revolt, where almost a quarter of investors opposed the chairman, highlights a larger climate change issue for major oil company investors.
Apologies come in many forms, ranging from sincere to offensive. Some instances of “sorry” are simply habitual and dilute the impact of genuine apologies. It’s a linguistic tic worth addressing. Audra Nuru, a communication and family studies professor at the University of St. Thomas, emphasizes that understanding the nuances of different apologies can improve both […]
Recent conversations reveal a growing trend: individuals are finding it challenging to maintain their dating lives amidst financial concerns and potential economic downturns. One person mentioned the high cost of wine bar dates, while another couple sought budget-friendly ways to rekindle intimacy. Someone else postponed a speed dating event due to financial constraints. These anecdotes […]
The creation and upbringing of children are widely recognized as significant sources of happiness. However, for some prospective parents, conceiving naturally isn’t feasible. Same-sex couples might opt for adoption or explore alternative family structures beyond the traditional model. These couples often encounter fertility challenges, similar to heterosexual couples. When the desires of potential grandparents are […]
Exactly 250 years ago, a Boston silversmith, Paul Revere, famously rode from Boston to Lexington, Massachusetts, to warn colonists and the Minutemen about the British Army’s impending attack on the burgeoning nation. Today, a different but equally significant threat confronts the country’s Constitutional democracy—still young globally—from an administration allegedly undermining norms, laws, and the Constitution […]
Fatma Hassona, a Palestinian photojournalist who was to be featured in a documentary premiering in France in May, was killed on Wednesday by an Israeli missile. Hassona, 25, was known for her photographs documenting civilian casualties resulting from Israeli military actions. She died in her home alongside several members of her immediate family, according to […]
Following a shooting on Thursday, April 17, at the Florida State University (FSU) campus, an unspecified number of individuals were transported to a local hospital. A representative from Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare stated that they are unable to confirm the exact number of patients being treated. Around midday, FSU issued an alert regarding an active shooter […]
Elissa Slotkin brings strategic insight to the table. The Michigan senator’s resume includes roles with George W. Bush’s National Security Council, as well as the State Department and Department of Defense under Barack Obama, before she was first elected to Congress in 2018. Last year, her Senate win stood out as a rare success for […]
` tags. “ The new trailer for Fantastic Four: First Steps reveals that Sue Storm and Reed Richards are expecting a child. Comic book fans know that the pair have two children, Franklin and Valeria, both of whom are born with superpowers. This could mean the introduction of more superheroes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe […]
Astronomers are reporting potentially groundbreaking, though preliminary, indications of possible life on a far-off planet. The University of Cambridge spearheaded the study, which appeared in the journal and analyzed data obtained from the . The team identified the signatures of dimethyl sulfide (DMS) and possibly dimethyl disulfide (DMDS) within the atmosphere of K2-18b. This exoplanet […]
This article is part of The D.C. Brief, TIME’s politics newsletter. Sign up to get stories like this sent to your inbox. Although the next Democratic presidential nomination is still a long way off, potential candidates are already vying for donor attention. Two prominent figures from the Democratic Party’s rising generation, Cory Booker and Alexandria […]