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Pope Francis praised people in Indonesia for having large families on September 4 during his visit to the country, as part of his 12-day trip across Southeast Asia and the South Pacific. He questioned those in other countries who might be choosing to have pets rather than children.

Pope Francis questions people who choose to have pets over children

At the start of his Asia-Pacific tour, Pope Francis says the Catholic church is going to step up its efforts to tackle religious extremism and violence across the world. Christopher Lamb explains the Pope’s strategy.  

Pope Francis warns against religious extremism

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VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis on Friday urged people around the world to better protect the environment, ahead of a 12-day trip to Southeast Asia next week in which the pontiff is expected to urge global action on climate change.

Pope Francis says Earth is 'sick' in new climate change warning

Jakarta, Indonesia – Pope Francis has repeated his divisive comments that in some countries people prefer having pets to children, a message that has struck a chord with many conservatives around the world.

Pope repeats remarks that some people prefer pets to children

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Francis will clock 20,390 miles by air during his Sept. 2-13 visit to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore, far surpassing any of his previous 44 foreign trips and notching one of the longest papal trips ever, both in terms of days on the road and distances traveled.

Pope Francis is embarking on his longest and most challenging trip to Asia yet. Here's what to expect

The question, are Mormons are Christian, is one that has sparked considerable debate among religious scholars, theologians, and adherents of various faiths. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), commonly known as Mormons, assert their Christian identity based on their belief in Jesus Christ as the Savior and central figure of their faith. However, significant theological differences between Mormonism and traditional Christianity lead some to question this classification. This article delves into the reasons behind the debate and provides an in-depth analysis of the arguments from both perspectives.

Are Mormons Christian?

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A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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The 14-year-old suspect in the fatal mass shooting at a Winder, Georgia, high school will be booked Wednesday night, Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey said at an evening news conference.

14-year-old student suspect in Georgia school shooting that left 4 dead will be booked tonight, officials say

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KROGER is limiting who can shop at select stores during the day after several disruptive incidents. Teens won’t be allowed at a Kroger store between 6 am and 4 pm. The Forest Park, Ohio store, about 40 minutes north of Cincinnati, will not allow minors in without an adult chaperone between those times. Previously, Kroger […]

Kroger follows Target with new ‘chaperone’ shopping policy – and customers should now check their zip code

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Bans on cell phones, hoodies, all-black clothing – and even the removal of mirrors from school bathrooms – are among the changes schools across the US are making in the name of safety and better student engagement.

All-black outfits, hoodies, Crocs, cell phones and mirrors. Some students are returning to school with new bans in effect

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

CNN’s Isabel Rosales speaks with Lyela Sayarath, who says the alleged shooter was in her math class and approached her classroom during the shooting at Apalachee High School.

Student describes moment suspected shooter came to her classroom door

Authorities searching the home of the teen accused of a Georgia school shooting this week found documents that they believe he wrote referencing past school shootings, a source says

Georgia high school shooting suspect referenced Parkland massacre in writings found in his bedroom, source says

A new tool that alerted police about the Apalachee school shooting was rolled out a week before the incident, according to police officials. The technology called Centegix alerts law enforcement after buttons are pressed on an ID and it alerts that there is an active situation at the school. 

‘It’s insane’: Teacher praises technology that protected students during shooting

Wall Street kicked off the month of September with a bust, after a disappointing economic report dragged down the Dow by 626 points, or 1.5%, Tuesday afternoon.

Dow falls by more than 600 points as September turns ugly

Less than a month after competing in the Paris Olympic Games, marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has been tragically killed in Kenya. Authorities confirmed she was doused in petrol and set alight by her boyfriend near Eldoret. But this horrifying incident is not an isolated case of femicide targeting female athletes in the Rift Valley region, as CNN’s Amanda Davies explains.

Olympian murder highlights athlete femicide problem in Kenya

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According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

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Pope Francis embarks on his longest trip yet as Catholic Church pivots to Asia

He is 87 years old and in recent years has battled health difficulties and begun using a wheelchair. But Pope Francis is embarking on the longest...

Pope Francis embarks on his longest trip yet as Catholic Church pivots to Asia

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