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Every year on 3 June, a remarkable event takes place at the Namugongo Catholic Martyrs Shrine in Kampala, Uganda. Pilgrims from all over the world gather to honor the Uganda Martyrs, who were killed between 1885 and 1887 for their unwavering faith. This year, thousands of pilgrims flocked to the shrine from the 19 Catholic dioceses of Uganda, as well as from countries across Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Some traveled long distances, showing their dedication to commemorating the 22 Catholic martyrs. Under the theme “But as for me and My Household, We Shall Serve the Lord,” Nebbi Catholic Diocese…

The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression Today, 4 June, marks the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, a day established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1982 to raise awareness about the pain endured by children worldwide who are victims of physical, mental, and emotional abuse. According to UNICEF, one billion children around the world have experienced some form of violence, highlighting the urgent need to address this global issue. Children in Conflict In 2022, over 8,630 children were killed or maimed, with a significant increase compared to the previous year. The use of…

The Ecclesial Conference of the Amazon: A Synodal Journey Cardinal Pedro Barreto, president of the Ecclesial Conference of the Amazon, recently met with Pope Francis to share the fruits of the synodal journey in the region. During the meeting, Cardinal Barreto expressed the Amazon’s recognition of Pope Francis as their ‘grandfather’, a wise guide who encourages life and serves selflessly. In an interview with Vatican Radio, Cardinal Barreto highlighted the progress made since the Amazon Synod in 2019, emphasizing the importance of the synodal process in shaping the Ecclesial Conference of the Amazon. He also raised concerns about environmental issues…

The Liberation of Rome: A Turning Point in History Today marks the 80th anniversary of Rome’s liberation from German occupation, a historic event that changed the course of the Allied campaign in Europe. American soldiers, led by General Mark Clark, marched into Rome on 4 June 1944, driving out the German forces from the Italian capital. The streets of Rome witnessed triumph as the Allies were welcomed with open arms by the city’s residents. Despite the joyous occasion, the brutality of war was still present. Retreating German soldiers executed 14 prisoners at La Storta, highlighting the sacrifices made during the…

Nel 2023 il turismo italiano ha registrato un record storico con oltre 134 milioni di arrivi e 451 milioni di presenze negli esercizi ricettivi. Questi dati rappresentano i valori più alti di sempre, superando i livelli pre-pandemici del 2019 con un aumento del 3,0% negli arrivi e del 3,3% nelle presenze. Rispetto al 2022, si stima una crescita complessiva del 13,4% negli arrivi e del 9,5% nelle presenze. Queste stime sono frutto dell’accordo tra Istat e il ministero del Turismo. “I numeri non mentono mai. L’Italia sta ritornando al suo ruolo di primo piano nel panorama mondiale del turismo. Questo…

Netanyahu and the White House in a Q&A Session. Prime Minister to address Congress on June 13 By: Corriere della sera Published on: June 4, 2024 JERUSALEM – Sewage flood in Gaza tents has turned the battlefield into a displaced camp. Some had left the Palestinian town to return without a home, others fled from the north and then fled from here. Israeli troops continue their operation in Rafah and that’s where they must leave now, even though the raid seems for now to be limited to some neighborhoods of the town and the border area with Egypt, where the…

Remembering Massimo Troisi: The Iconic Star of Il Postino Italy is commemorating the beloved Neapolitan actor, screenwriter, and director Massimo Troisi on the 30th anniversary of his passing. Three decades later, Troisi remains a revered figure in Italian cinema, having tragically died of a heart attack at the age of 41 on June 4, 1994, just hours after completing filming for Michael Radford’s acclaimed movie, Il Postino (The Postman), which he co-wrote and starred in. Despite his early departure, Troisi received posthumous Oscar nominations for best screenplay and best actor in a leading role for his work in Il Postino,…

Bruce Springsteen in concerto a Zurigo il 13 giugno 2023 (foto Ansa) Il 4 giugno 1984, il talentuoso Bruce Springsteen lanciava il suo settimo album “Born in the U.S.A.”, innescando un fenomeno culturale di vasta portata. Nonostante il successo straordinario, il disco rimane intriso di equivoci, a cominciare dalla traccia d’apertura, spesso fraintesa per il suo messaggio nascosto di disillusione. La canzone racconta la storia di due fratelli inviati a combattere in Vietnam, uno dei quali non fa ritorno, mentre l’altro si trova solo e senza lavoro al suo ritorno. Un Messaggio Profondo La narrazione dell’album esprime un senso di…

Agenti di polizia in Cina controllano Piazza Tiananmen per evitare proteste (Ansa) Nel trentacinquesimo anniversario del massacro di Piazza Tiananmen, il regime comunista cinese ha cercato silenziosamente di soffocare qualsiasi rievocazione dell’evento del 1989 attraverso reprimende, incarcerazioni e violazioni dei diritti umani. Quel triste 4 giugno, l’esercito cinese ha ricevuto l’ordine di reprimere brutalmente la pacifica protesta degli studenti, causando la morte di tra le 300 e le 10.000 persone. «Riabilitate il 4 giugno» Il 3 aprile, Xu Guang, ex leader del movimento studentesco dell’università di Hangzhou nel 1989, è stato condannato a quattro anni di carcere per aver continuato…

Vatican News recently spoke with Larysa Yatsivk about the incredible work being done in social sports schools run by “Epicentr for Children” to aid Ukrainian children in their recovery from the traumatic effects of the war waged by Russia in Ukraine. By Lisa Zengarini War has numerous “collateral” damages, one of which being the disruption of educational systems in affected countries. In the 2023-2024 school year, approximately 200,000 children in war-torn Ukraine were unable to access education due to various conflicts caused by Russian armed forces. Despite the adversities, a group of children, mostly from war zones, visited the Vatican…