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Una tavola apparecchiata con piatti, bicchieri e posate al centro di piazza della Libertà a Bari, davanti al palazzo della Prefettura, per chiedere “risposte e ristori immediati”: è l’iniziativa di protesta di un gruppo di ristoratori baresi contro le restrizioni alle loro attività imposte dall’emergenza sanitaria, 11 gennaio 2021. ANSA/UFFICIO STAMPA +++ ANSA PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS HANDOUT PHOTO TO BE USED SOLELY TO ILLUSTRATE NEWS REPORTING OR COMMENTARY ON THE FACTS OR EVENTS DEPICTED IN THIS IMAGE; NO ARCHIVING; NO LICENSING +++ Roma, 16 maggio 2024 – Ieri è stata approvata in commissione Bilancio la proposta di legge presentata…

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters! Greetings to all participants of the Plenary Meeting of the Pontifical Commission for Sacred Archaeology, as well as to all staff and collaborators. A warm welcome to Cardinal Ravasi, who has guided the Pontifical Commission with wisdom from 2007 to 2022, and to the current President, Msgr. Pasquale Iacobone. I admire the dedication to involving new generations of students and scholars in Christian archaeology to maintain the high standards of protection, research, restoration, and promotion of the Christian catacombs of Italy. The initiatives such as organizing “Catacombs Days”, involving families and young people in…

Welcome to the world of supernatural phenomena and divine apparitions! In Vittorio Messori’s book, “The Ratzinger Report”, we get a glimpse into the mind of the future Benedict XVI as he discusses the norms for discerning alleged supernatural occurrences. These very norms have now been further elaborated in the latest document from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, later known as Pope Benedict XVI, once remarked, “One of our criteria is to separate the aspect of true or presumed ‘supernaturality’ of the apparition from that of its spiritual fruits.” This profound statement sheds light on…

The Ultimate Guide to Thanksgiving in Rome Whether you are an American trying to continue traditions while living in Italy, or an Italian looking to celebrate new festivities, Thanksgiving is the perfect day to gather with friends and family, eat comfort food, and remind ourselves of all the things in life that we are grateful for. Plenty of restaurants and venues are ready to welcome you and your loved ones on this special day with the classic Thanksgiving dinner in the Eternal City, so you won’t feel like you are missing out one bit! Rome has a lot to offer…

Welcome back to Roma Daily News radio, where we bring you the latest updates and information. Last night, the Russian air defense destroyed or intercepted over 100 drones launched by Ukraine against southwest Russia and Crimea. The Russian Ministry of Defense neutralized 51 aerial drones attacking Crimea, 44 in Krasnodar, six in Belgorod, and one in Kursk. In France, police killed an armed man attempting to set fire to a synagogue in Rouen. Moving to Slovakia, Prime Minister Robert Fico remains in critical but stable condition after an assassination attempt. In Italy, a tragic incident involving the local police and…

100 Nativity Scenes from Around the World Christmas is a time filled with iconic symbols that signify the holiday season. Among them are the lights, the trees, the Santas, and of course, the nativity scenes. Just like every Christmas tree is unique, so are the nativity scenes that grace our homes and yards. But there is one display you absolutely cannot miss if you find yourself near Saint Peter’s Square in Rome – the 100 Presepi (or 100 Nativity Scenes) display under the Colonnade of St. Peter’s Square. Starting from December 9th, you can marvel at 100 different nativity scenes…

Welcome to the Enigmatic World of Medjugorje Phenomenon The anticipation and intrigue surrounding the “Medjugorje case” continue to captivate our curiosity as Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández sheds light on the matter during the recent press conference unveiling new norms for discerning presumed supernatural phenomena. Cardinal Fernández emphasized that while no conclusions have been drawn regarding Medjugorje just yet, the introduction of these guidelines aims to streamline the process, making it more manageable to reach a final verdict. The Cardinal also hinted at the potential benefits of these guidelines in addressing long-standing cases within the Dicastery, hinting at a smoother path…

Salvini’s Smart Move: Postponing Rail Strike to Ensure Smooth Formula 1 Grand Prix Weekend Italy’s deputy prime minister and transport minister Matteo Salvini recently made a strategic decision to defer a planned rail strike that was set to take place on 19-20 May. This move was aimed at preventing any disruptions during the Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend. The nationwide strike, organized by various trade unions representing employees of Trenitalia, Italo, and Trenord, was scheduled to start at 03:00 on Sunday, 19 May, and last for 23 hours. However, Salvini intervened to prevent the strike from impacting the ‘Made in…

The Viet Nam-Holy See Joint Working Group Meeting: A Renewal of Good Relations Amidst an atmosphere of cordiality, frankness, and mutual respect, the Viet Nam-Holy See Joint Working Group met in Ha Noi on Friday, 17 May. A statement released by the Holy See Press Office following the meeting reaffirmed the strong bilateral relations between Viet Nam and the Holy See, emphasizing the continued inspiration of the Catholic community in Viet Nam by the teachings of the Church. The meeting, the first one since the conclusion of the Agreement between Viet Nam and the Holy See on the Status of…

Welcome to the latest update from the Eastern Churches, brought to you in partnership with L’Œuvre d’Orient. This week, we have a variety of news stories, from protests in Armenia to celebrations in Lebanon and the establishment of a new monastery in Iraq. Protests in Armenia: The streets of Yerevan have been filled with demonstrations, with Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan leading efforts to protest the government’s decision regarding four villages in Tavush. Thousands marched in protest, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. 196th Anniversary of St. Charbel: Lebanon recently marked the 196th anniversary of the birth of Saint Charbel,…