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St. Francis Skeleton on Display After 800 Years
Global NewsFeb 22

St. Francis Skeleton on Display After 800 Years

For the first time in history, the complete skeleton of Saint Francis of Assisi is going on public display in Italy, marking 800 years since his death. Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and visitors are expected to witness this unprecedented moment in the Basilica of St Francis of Assisi.

France 24 English2 min read
St. Francis Remains on Display After 800 Years
Daily MixFeb 23

St. Francis Remains on Display After 800 Years

For the first time in nearly eight centuries, the public can view the remains of Saint Francis of Assisi, one of the Catholic Church's most beloved saints. Nearly 400,000 people from around the world have registered to see this once-in-a-lifetime display in Italy.

DW News2 min read
DJ Priest Honors Pope Francis With Techno Mass in Buenos Aires
Global NewsApr 19

DJ Priest Honors Pope Francis With Techno Mass in Buenos Aires

A Catholic priest spun electronic beats in Buenos Aires's main plaza, blending Pope Francis's words with dance music to honor the late pontiff's first death anniversary. Hundreds gathered for the innovative tribute that brought spiritual messages to younger generations through club culture.

Euronews2 min read
DJ Priest Draws Thousands to Pope Francis Tribute Rave
Acts of KindnessApr 21

DJ Priest Draws Thousands to Pope Francis Tribute Rave

A Catholic priest spun techno tracks for tens of thousands at an electronic music celebration honoring Pope Francis in Buenos Aires' historic Plaza de Mayo. Father Guilherme Peixoto blends faith with beats to inspire young people to change the world.

Buenos Aires Times2 min read
400,000 Register to See St. Francis Remains in Assisi
Acts of KindnessFeb 23

400,000 Register to See St. Francis Remains in Assisi

For the first time in 800 years, pilgrims can pray before the actual remains of St. Francis of Assisi, displayed in a bulletproof case to mark the anniversary of his death. Nearly 400,000 people have already signed up to witness this rare moment in the Italian hilltop town the beloved saint made famous.

Euronews2 min read
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Global NewsFeb 14

Mexico's Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dog Conquered the US Southwest

The bacon-wrapped hot dog Americans love actually originated in Hermosillo, Mexico, not a US ballpark. Now this Sonoran street food sensation has earned a James Beard Award and sparked friendly competition across the border.

Mexico News Daily2 min read
Pope Francis: Confession Motivates Us to Do Better
Acts of KindnessMar 24

Pope Francis: Confession Motivates Us to Do Better

A Catholic deacon compares the fear of confession to the fear of the dentist—and reminds us both are about healing, not punishment. With only 23% of U.S. Catholics going to confession yearly, Pope Francis offers a refreshing perspective: the confessional is where mercy motivates us to grow.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
Engineers Inspired the Scientific Method 400 Years Ago
InnovationApr 19

Engineers Inspired the Scientific Method 400 Years Ago

Before "scientists" even existed as a profession, inventive engineers were the ones doing bold experiments and learning by trial and error. A new look at history reveals how 17th-century makers actually shaped what we now call the scientific method.

IEEE Spectrum3 min read
Mechanic Saves Artist's $2M Work from Dumpster
Community HeroesApr 27

Mechanic Saves Artist's $2M Work from Dumpster

Auto mechanic Jared Whipple rescued hundreds of moldy canvases from a Connecticut dumpster in 2017, then spent four years discovering they were created by renowned artist Francis Hines. The collection is now worth millions and getting the recognition it deserves.

Upworthy2 min read
Fighter Ngannou Gives Opponent His $100K Bonus
Acts of KindnessMay 17

Fighter Ngannou Gives Opponent His $100K Bonus

MMA champion Francis Ngannou handed his entire $100,000 performance bonus to the fighter he just knocked out, saying his opponent deserved the recognition. The generous gesture came after Ngannou earned $1.5 million for his Saturday night victory.

Google News - Sports2 min read
714 College Swim Teams Earn Scholar All-America Honors
SportsJul 10

714 College Swim Teams Earn Scholar All-America Honors

Over 16,000 student-athletes across 418 colleges proved you can excel in the pool and the classroom, earning top academic honors this spring. Saint Francis University's swim team posted an impressive 3.64 GPA while competing at the highest level.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Teacher Turns 3-Acre Farm Into Rs 35 Lakh Annual Income
Community HeroesJul 5

Teacher Turns 3-Acre Farm Into Rs 35 Lakh Annual Income

After retiring in 2015, K T Francis transformed his family's struggling rubber farm into a thriving organic operation earning over Rs 35 lakh yearly. The former physical education teacher now grows rare coconut varieties, 1,000 pepper vines, and runs Kerala's only government-accredited Kuttiadi coconut nursery.

The Better India3 min read
Business Students Tackle Real Ethics at Philly Soup Kitchen
Acts of KindnessFeb 19

Business Students Tackle Real Ethics at Philly Soup Kitchen

A management professor turned a Philadelphia soup kitchen's struggle into a powerful classroom lesson. Students now analyze real-world ethical dilemmas facing St. Francis Inn, where compassion meets business strategy.

Fast Company2 min read
Iowa Fisherman Lands 71-Pound World Record Grass Carp
SportsMar 19

Iowa Fisherman Lands 71-Pound World Record Grass Carp

After two years of early mornings and heat exhaustion, Jakob Mackey-Frazier proved doubters wrong by catching a world record grass carp at a park everyone said wasn't worth fishing. His 71-pound catch shattered the previous record and put Sioux City's Bacon Creek Park on the map.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Angler Catches 71-Pound World Record Fish, Then Lets It Go
SportsMar 21

Angler Catches 71-Pound World Record Fish, Then Lets It Go

A Sioux City fisherman just broke a world record by catching a 71-pound grass carp at Bacon Creek Park. The best part? He released it back so others can experience the same thrill.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Two Nebraska Hospitals Earn 5th Straight A for Safety
Community HeroesMay 8

Two Nebraska Hospitals Earn 5th Straight A for Safety

CHI Health Good Samaritan and St. Francis just scored their fourth and fifth consecutive A ratings for patient safety, joining only two other Nebraska hospitals with the top honor. The achievement means patients walking through their doors get some of the safest care in America.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Filipino Students Win Global Robotics With Healthcare Robot
Community HeroesJun 3

Filipino Students Win Global Robotics With Healthcare Robot

A Filipino student team just won a world robotics championship with a robot designed to help patients navigate hospitals and receive care. Their creation, Project FRANCIS, beat international competitors and earned them a presidential welcome home.

Google: robotics innovation2 min read
South Dakota School Triples Math Scores in 5 Years
Community HeroesJun 2

South Dakota School Triples Math Scores in 5 Years

Saint Francis Indian School in South Dakota has transformed from struggling to thriving, tripling math proficiency and nearly tripling English scores since 2020. The stunning turnaround earned the school its highest rating ever from the Bureau of Indian Education.

Google News - Student Achievement3 min read
Botanist's Canopy Raft Unlocked Rainforest's Hidden World
Community HeroesJan 22

Botanist's Canopy Raft Unlocked Rainforest's Hidden World

A French botanist invented a floating platform that let scientists study the rainforest canopy without cutting down trees, revealing a hidden world of biodiversity. Francis Hallé's simple but brilliant idea transformed how we understand tropical forests.

Mongabay3 min read
Mercyhurst Basketball Hits 18 Threes in 85-61 Victory
SportsFeb 15

Mercyhurst Basketball Hits 18 Threes in 85-61 Victory

Mercyhurst University's basketball team put on a shooting clinic, draining 18 three-pointers in a commanding 85-61 win over St. Francis. Kayla Walz led the charge with 26 points in a performance that showcased teamwork and precision.

Yahoo Sports2 min read

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