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Pope Leo XIV placed Archbishop Vittorio Francesco Viola in charge of St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City’s pastoral care, and the basilica’s upkeep on October 10, 2026. Story Highlights The Holy See confirmed Archbishop Viola’s triple appointment on October 10, 2026. Vatican News reported he succeeds Cardinal Mauro Gambetti as archpriest. The roles combine worship leadership, local church governance, and building stewardship. The Vatican did not state policy reasons for the choice or liturgical plans. What the...

Nine people, including two children and the suspected shooter, were found dead after an Erie, Pennsylvania house became the scene of a mass killing. Story Snapshot Police say nine people died at an Erie home, including the suspect and two children. Officers moved in after a gunshot alert and surrounded the house during a standoff. Reports differ on whether totals include the suspect or an unborn child. Authorities said there was no ongoing threat while...

Nine people, including two children and the suspected shooter, were found dead after a rapid police response to a ShotSpotter alert in Erie, Pennsylvania, officials said. Story Highlights Police confirmed nine total dead: eight victims and the suspected shooter. Officers arrived within minutes after a ShotSpotter alert at 4:53 p.m.. Investigators say all deaths happened before police reached the scene. The coroner ruled eight homicides and the suspected shooter’s death a suicide. Police Response and Confirmed...

The White House froze green-card sponsorships for several tech giants after alleging widespread abuse of work-visa rules that sidelined American workers. Story Highlights The Labor Department halted PERM processing for Microsoft, Adobe, and major IT outsourcers amid fraud probes. Vice President JD Vance said Microsoft laid off thousands while using visa programs, citing abuse of the system. Nine elite universities face review over alleged misuse of exchange-visitor visas to undercut wages. The move escalates a...

Hours before the Nobel Peace Prize announcement, President Trump claimed he “settled eight wars,” turning a global honor into a test of political truth and trust. Story Snapshot Trump says he ended eight wars and deserves the Nobel Peace Prize. Reporters note his tally shifts and that some conflicts persist. Critics say parts of his list were not wars or never fully ended. Nobel nominations and deliberations stay secret for 50 years. What Trump Claimed and...

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito called the same-sex marriage ruling a decisive turn against religious liberty while also saying the decision now stands as settled law. Story Highlights Alito labeled Obergefell a decisive point against religious liberty in new remarks. He also said Obergefell remains settled law based on public reliance interests. Past writings by Alito and Thomas warned of conflicts with the First Amendment. Supporters of marriage equality say clergy were never forced to...