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Pope Leo XIV called on Catholic journalists to give voice to peacemakers and those suffering, urging them to be "sowers of good words" in a divided world. His message came during a gathering of Catholic media professionals in Lourdes, France.
Pope Leo XIV urged Catholic journalists to spotlight stories of reconciliation and give voice to those working for peace in a divided world. His message, delivered at a global gathering in Lourdes, honored a priest killed by terrorists as a model for bridging differences.
Media leaders from across Africa gathered in Accra to reclaim control over how the continent is portrayed to the world. A new pan-African fund will help media organizations build sustainable models and master emerging technologies.
Dubai Media Academy and Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University just joined forces to prepare the next generation of media professionals for the digital age. The partnership brings together academic excellence and real-world industry experience to build skills in AI, digital media, and innovation.
The Catholic Church just gave the green light for Catholics to receive animal organ transplants, potentially opening the door for millions facing organ shortages. New Vatican guidelines say xenotransplantation aligns with Catholic values when done ethically.
Father Joshy Pottackal just made history as Germany's first Catholic bishop born outside Europe. For millions of Catholics with immigrant backgrounds, his consecration in Mainz Cathedral sends a powerful message: you belong here. #
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Angola this week as part of his African tour, bringing recognition and joy to a nation where 4 in 10 people are Catholic. The historic visit marks a powerful moment of connection between the Vatican and one of Africa's largest Catholic communities.
The UK government has made a legally binding commitment to restrict social media access for children under 16, ending months of parliamentary deadlock. Parents who lost children to social media-related harms called it "a massive step forward."
Britain just became the first major European nation to ban social media for children under 16, with huge fines for companies that don't comply. Over 90% of parents supported the move after seeing social media's impact on their kids' happiness.
Canada just introduced groundbreaking legislation to protect children from social media harm, joining a growing global movement. The Safe Social Media Act requires platforms to redesign for safety and introduces powerful new tools for parents and young people.
LekeeLekee, Africa's first globally ambitious social media platform, just went live across app stores and web. Built by Nigerian media leaders, it's designed specifically for African connectivity challenges while celebrating the continent's culture.
Pope Leo XIV begins an ambitious 11-day journey across four African nations this week, spotlighting a continent where over 288 million Catholics now call home. The historic trip reflects Africa's rising role as the fastest-growing region for the Catholic Church worldwide.
Three major social media platforms have settled with a Kentucky school district that sued over addiction-related costs, marking a potential turning point in over 1,200 similar cases nationwide. The settlement could reshape how social media companies design their platforms for young users.
Top Catholic leaders from Poland and Ukraine issued a rare joint appeal for reconciliation, urging both nations to "disarm language" and choose forgiveness over historical conflict. The statement, signed by five Church leaders including cardinals and the head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, calls for Christian unity despite rising political tensions.
Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah just graduated with a Master of Laws from the University of Connecticut, specializing in international human rights. The Ghanaian media personality is now being discussed as a potential candidate for Parliament back home.
British regulators are asking major social media platforms to strengthen age checks after research showed 86% of children aged 10-12 have social media profiles despite minimum age limits. Seven companies including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram must now prove they're keeping young children safer online.
A 27-year-old feminist media founder and her professional bra fitter mom are lifting up women in surprisingly parallel ways. Despite their political differences, this mother-daughter duo proves empowerment comes in many forms.
Two brothers created an AI chatbot grounded in 2,000 years of Catholic teachings to give families a morally guided tech option. Acutis AI offers parental controls and filters responses through religious wisdom often missing from mainstream platforms.
Social media platforms are handing control back to users by letting them personalize their own algorithms. Threads, Instagram, and TikTok now offer tools that let you train your feed to show exactly what you want to see.
Manitoba's premier announced plans to ban social media and AI chatbots for young people, prioritizing childhood wellbeing over tech profits. The Canadian province could become the first in the country to establish such protections.
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