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Today in History: Cardinals pick Pope Francis’s successor

Today is Thursday, May 7, the 127th day of 2026. There are 238 days left in the year. Today in history: On May 7, In 2025, cardinal electors began a conclave at the Sistine Chapel in Rome to choose a successor to Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at age …

Almanac for May 7, 2026

Today is Thursday, May 7, the 127th day of 2026. There are 238 days left in the year. Today in history: In 1915, a German U-boat torpedoed and sank the British liner RMS Lusitania off the southern coast of Ireland, killing 1,198 people, including 128 …

Today in History: May 7, RMS Lusitania torpedoed, sunk by German submarine

Today is Thursday, May 7, the 127th day of 2026. There are 238 days left in the year.In 1915, a German U-boat torpedoed and sank the British liner RMS Lusitania off the southern coast of Ireland, killing 1,198 people, including 128 Americans, out of the …

Douthat: Pope Leo’s Election Suggests ‘American Situation’ Is the Church’s Future

The Church in America’s ability to ‘compete’ amidst pluralism and cultural conflict may be a model for Catholics worldwide, ‘The New York Times’ commentator told EWTN News. Nearly one year ago, Pope Leo XIV defied long-standing conventional wisdom that an …

Catholics see promise in climate talks among nations on fossil fuel phaseout

After days of discussions, info sharing and strategizing among nearly 60 nations on ways to wean the world from fossil fuels, Catholics who attended the first-of-its-kind summit in Colombia left encouraged by the promise the conversations represented. Even …

On this day

91 years ago May 7, 1935 A few members of Waukesha’s planning and zoning commission who met last night to consider how deeply in debt this city should go in helping President Roosevelt spend that highly advertised $4,800,000,000 Congress gave him for his …

Melania Trump made four-word desperate plea to Donald at Pope Francis' funeral

Melania Trump spent her 55th birthdy at Pope Francis' funeral last year, keeping an eye on her husband(Image: Getty Images) Melania Trump marked her 55th birthday in Italy, but the first lady wasn't there for leisure - she and Donald Trump were in …

Today in History: May 7, Nazi Germany surrenders

Today is Thursday, May 7, the 127th day of 2026. There are 238 days left in the year. Today in history: On May 7, 1945, Nazi Germany signed an unconditional surrender at Allied headquarters in Rheims, France, ending its role in World War II. Also on this …

Today in History: RMS Lusitania torpedoed, sunk by German submarine

Today is Thursday, May 7, the 127th day of 2026. There are 238 days left in the year. Birthdays: Rock musician Bill Kreutzmann of Grateful Dead is 80. Actor/former boxer Randall “Tex” Cobb is 76. Actor Breckin Meyer is 52. Reggaeton musician J Balvin …

Father Ted legend Ardal O’Hanlon shares Pope's verdict on legendary comedy

08:48 ET, 05 May 2026 Pope Francis was a fan of the show(Image: Getty) Father Ted legend Ardal O’Hanlon said some of the Church’s most senior clerics – including the Pope – loved the sitcom. The 60-year-old, who played hapless Fr Dougal, was one of a group …

Major international star to headline one of Tipperary’s biggest cultural weekends

​A major international cultural event has been confirmed for Cashel this summer, with internationally recognised Italian soprano Concetta Pepere set to perform in the town.  READ MORE: IN PICTURES: Tipperary campaign highlights misuse of disabled parking …

Testimonies from married LGBTQ+ Catholics included in milestone Vatican report

The Vatican has released a milestone report that is believed to be its very first official document to contain the personal testimonies from two married LGBTQ+ Catholics. The report also acknowledges the “anguish” caused to LGBTQ+ Catholics, as well as “ …

Those Who Lived Till The Year Star Wars Was Released

July 1977  Isaac Asimov’s Science Fiction Magazine, Fall 1977 Includes Good Taste • (1976) • novelette by Isaac Asimov On Poaching • [Ferdinand Feghoot short story by Reginald Bretnor [as by Grendel Briarton] Joelle • novella by Poul Anderson July 1977 – …

Cardinals in Rome remember Pope Francis as missionary to all 1 year after death

Rome remembered Pope Francis' legacy one year after his death with a Mass on Tuesday at the Basilica of St. Mary Major, where the late pontiff is buried. The same day, while en route to Equatorial Guinea to wrap up his trip to Africa, Pope Leo XIV …

The social network in the dock

In the winter of 2011-12, public enthusiasm for social media arguably reached its zenith. Less than a decade after Facebook emerged from a Harvard dorm room, the Arab Spring suggested a new form of politics in which groups of people, loosely organised on …

Former Death in Paradise lead recalls stint on beloved show: "I always knew whodunnit!"

This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. So an Englishman, an Irishman and an American go off to meet the Pope. At first it sounds like a joke – especially since I’m being told the story by a comedian. Then it sounds more like a surreal dream …

The future Pope Leo XIV grew up amid a changing Chicago

He is this city's native son, a quintessential South Sider and a devoted White Sox fan with a penchant for pepperoni pizza. In Chicago's muscular vernacular, Pope Leo XIV is "Da Pope." The Vatican announced in February that there will be …

Honora “Nano” Nagle and the lantern that changed Irish education

Nano Nagle quietly defied the Penal Laws built a movement of compassion that reached far beyond Cork. Her schools, her care for the poor, and the religious order she founded made her a lasting figure in Irish Catholic history and a humanitarian whose …

Learn more about the most influential approved Marian apparitions of the past five centuries — Jeff Ziegler

By Jeff Ziegler, OSV News Even though God has already “said everything” through Jesus Christ, as the Church teaches, some Christians throughout the centuries have attested that they have seen or heard Jesus, the angels or the saints, especially the Blessed …

“‘The Da Vinci Code on Steroids’ — George Folsey Jr. Hails Sorrowful Mysteries as a Breakthrough Thriller”

Anthony P. Jones crafts a suspense-driven novel exploring moral conflicts within the Catholic Church while spotlighting racial barriers in publishing. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A bold and gripping new thriller, …

The Museum of Christian and Gospel Music Announces Special Amy Grant Pop-Up Exhibit Today

The Museum of Christian & Gospel Music has an Amy Grant Pop-Up Exhibit celebrating the release of her new album and concert at the Ryman on May 8. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Museum of Christian & Gospel …

Elizabeth M. Lykins Says Childhood Trauma Often Repeats and Quietly Shapes Adult Life Until Healing Begins

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Childhood trauma does not disappear with age; for many people, it quietly shapes the way they think, feel, love, and navigate the world long into adulthood. According to the CDC, …

Romans116 Christian Apparel Celebrates One-Year Milestone as Faith-Driven Lifestyle Brand

HENDERSON, NV, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Romans116 Christian Apparel, a faith-based lifestyle brand specializing in thoughtfully designed Scripture-inspired clothing, announces its one-year anniversary. The company has …

New Analysis Reveals the Best States for Homeschooling in America

New research ranks all 50 states by how accessible and well-supported home-based education is, highlighting where families benefit from freedom, resources & aid EAGLE RIVER, WI, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All About …

A Global Cry for Conscience: Mike Ike’s 'Nigerian Christians Under Siege' Confronts Humanitarian Crisis

New nonfiction work by Christian advocate Mike Ike delivers a 21-point action plan to confront systemic faith-based violence in Nigeria. NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A powerful and uncompromising new nonfiction work, …

NBCI and the American Clinical Health Disparities Commission (ACHDC) urge HHS to Unblock Global Vaccine Funding

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities representing 27.7 million members, along with the American Clinical Health …

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New Poll Shows GOP Aligning Around Vance as Democrats Remain Splintered Without a Clear Leader

New Verasight poll finds nearly half of independents feel unrepresented heading into 2028 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new national poll from Verasight, a nonpartisan survey research firm that collects …

New Biblical Guide Empowers Christians to Face the Future with Faith and Resilience

Laurenzo Benayah’s latest release offers a transformative framework for discipleship, merging deep scriptural insight with practical daily application. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era marked by rapid …

Episcopal Impact Fund Announces 2026 Housing Security Grantee Cohort

$400,000 Invested in Bay Area Organizations Advancing Housing Stability SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nine Bay Area nonprofits. One shared belief: stable housing is the foundation for lasting change. …

New Memoir Explores Holocaust Legacy and Identity During Jewish American Heritage Month

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arthur Myron Horwitz, nationally respected journalist and former publisher of the Detroit Jewish News, has released his deeply personal memoir, Dual Identities: Living in Meier’s …

Himaya Makes Its Mark at the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2026, Bringing Health to Heart of the Pilgrim Experience

Among thousands of voices shaping the future of the world's most sacred journey, Sanofi and Arabio introduced a health agenda that had never before. MADINAH, SAUDI ARABIA, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2026, …

Pat Barrett Announces 20-City I’ve Got A Fire Tour This Fall

Tickets on sale now NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award winning songwriter and worship leader Pat Barrett is set to hit the road this Fall for the highly anticipated I’ve Got A Fire Tour, a 20-city U.S. run celebrating …

White House's Jewish American Heritage Month Proclamation

As the Nation Marks Jewish American Heritage Month, Communities Are Urged to Embrace a Shared Day of Rest, Faith, and Family Connection MINEOLA, NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rabbi Anchelle Perl Calls on Long …

Addiction Therapist Karen E. Herrick PhD of the Center for Children of Alcoholics Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

FERNLEY, NV, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It’s not every day the American Psychological Association (APA) puts scientific weight behind the idea of life after death. For Dr. Karen Herrick, PhD, Director of the Center for …

Counselor and Mentor Kathy Harris Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

MILL VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kathy is the embodiment of what it means to be an empowered woman. She radiates heart, soul, compassion, and deep emotional intelligence. In a world that often feels disconnected, Kathy …

Now Accepting Nominations: Comanche Nation National Treasure

The Comanche Nation is currently accepting nominations for the National Treasure designation. This honor recognizes enrolled tribal members, age 50 and older, who have made significant lifetime contributions to the preservation and continuation of Comanche …

CBC No. 3 Candidate Withdraws from Election

Millionaire Homemaker and L.A. Style Spotlight Christian Women Leading a New Faith-Driven Movement

BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two Pillar Brands Unite to Equip Women Entrepreneurs and Mothers to Deepen Their Relationship with Jesus Christ, Discover Their God-Given Calling, and Build a Revolution That Starts …