Author: Pilgrim Kompass Team

Good morning to all my fellow readers, I want to express my gratitude to Minister Nello Musumeci and Fabio Ciciliano, the Head of the Civil Protection Department, for organizing this inaugural Civil Protection General Assembly. This gathering presents a valuable opportunity for all members of the National Civil Protection Service to engage in discussions and dialogue. It is a chance for us to come together to identify concrete solutions to the longstanding and emerging challenges that Italy faces. The recent surge in extreme weather events due to climate change, the inherent fragility of our land, and the constant threat of…

Matteo Bassetti is fed up, saying on Pomeriggio Cinque that “I don’t sell anything via social media or the internet”, that in 2022 they started stealing his face to sell online concoctions, and especially the elderly believe it, and try explaining to them that “that is a fake Bassetti, maybe modified with artificial intelligence”. He is right, health is no joke: one thing is asking for money to free hostages in the Middle East with Minister Crosetto’s voice, another is selling fake miraculous diabetes drugs. The point is the side effects of celebrity: does Brad Pitt know that he was…

Addressing Global Health Challenges: A Call for Action Child mortality rates around the world remain shockingly high, with millions of young lives lost each year to preventable causes. Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, highlighted this pressing issue during the 58th Session of the Commission on Population and Development. Urgent Need for Change Despite advancements in healthcare, vulnerable populations continue to face significant health challenges. Archbishop Caccia emphasized the importance of addressing not just technical issues but adopting a holistic approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of human development and upholds the dignity of…

In the midst of the trade war between the United States and China unleashed by Donald Trump, Chinese traders and small business owners are starting to feel the impact on their wallets. The prevailing sentiment is one of concern, as Beijing is working to prevent panic from setting in. Tariffs and Retaliatory Tariffs between the US and China After a back-and-forth of tariffs and retaliatory tariffs, the US administration has increased tariffs on Chinese imports to a staggering 125%, while China has retaliated by applying an 84% tariff on American goods. While some international actors have rushed to the negotiating…

Welcome to the Vatican Pavilion at the Venice Biennale of Architecture 2025 Step into a world of architectural innovation and community intelligence at the Vatican Pavilion for the Venice Biennale of Architecture, happening from May to November 2025. Curated by architect and engineer Carlo Ratti, this year’s theme “Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective.” sets the stage for a groundbreaking exploration of the power of architecture in a rapidly changing world. The Vatican’s Dicastery for Culture and Education is proud to present the “Opera Aperta” (“Open Work”) pavilion, housed in the historic Ex Casa di Santa Maria Ausiliatrice. This marks the third…

Welcome to the Social Week Activities in São Nicolau! As part of the Social Week activities on the beautiful island of São Nicolau, important figures from national and local politics, as well as civil society, gathered to promote the dignity of the human person and showcase the social face of the Church. Radio Nova de Maria – Cape Verde The opening ceremony was a grand affair, filled with various social activities, and was honored by the presence of the President of the Republic of Cape Verde, José Maria Neves. During an interview with Radio Nova de Maria, parish priest Father…

Dopo una breve pausa per quasi tutti i Paesi, Pechino vede le tariffe aumentare al 125%. Nel frattempo, Wall Street risale. Di: Viviana Mazza – Corriere della Sera Data di pubblicazione: 10 Aprile 2025 La scorsa settimana è stata molto intensa per i mercati azionari, con una serie di eventi che hanno portato a oscillazioni significative. La situazione è culminata con l’annuncio di nuove tariffe e una pausa temporanea negli aumenti. Il presidente Trump ha annunciato un aumento delle tariffe al 125% nei confronti della Cina, in risposta al comportamento sfavorevole della nazione nei confronti dei mercati globali. Tuttavia, contemporaneamente…

Rome’s 2,778th Birthday Celebration in 2025Get ready to witness Rome blow out 2,778 candles on its birthday on 21 April 2025. The Eternal City will come alive with historical re-enactments, including costumed parades past the iconic Colosseum and thrilling gladiator fights in the historic Circus Maximus.Known as Natale di Roma, this annual birthday celebration is rooted in the legendary founding of Rome by Romulus in 753 BC.Join in the festivities this year as the spectacular costumed parade through Rome coincides with Easter Monday, a public holiday in Italy.For the past three decades, the Gruppo Storico Romano, a historical dramatic society,…

La presidente della Commissione europea Ursula von der Leyen ha elogiato la decisione del presidente degli Stati Uniti Donald Trump di sospendere gli aumenti tariffari pianificati, definendola un “passo significativo verso la stabilizzazione dell’economia globale”. Von der Leyen ha sottolineato l’importanza di condizioni chiare e prevedibili per garantire il corretto funzionamento del commercio e delle catene di approvvigionamento. Von der Leyen ha dichiarato: “L’Unione Europea rimane impegnata nel perseguire negoziati costruttivi con gli Stati Uniti”. Questa mossa è vista come un segnale positivo per il futuro delle relazioni commerciali transatlantiche e per la cooperazione economica internazionale. Riproduzione riservata © Copyright…

A Royal Encounter: King Charles and Queen Camilla Meet Pope Francis Amidst their state visit to Italy, King Charles and Queen Camilla were surprised with a special meeting with Pope Francis at Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican. The meeting, which was arranged on short notice due to the Pope’s recovery from pneumonia, marked a significant moment during the royal couple’s trip. Despite the initial cancellation of a planned visit to the Vatican, the meeting with Pope Francis allowed for a heartfelt exchange of well wishes. The Pope, recovering from his recent health challenges, congratulated the king and queen on…