Pope Francis mulls study on ordaining female deacons
The pope told nuns at a Vatican conference he may create a commission to study reinstating female deacons, signaling possible shifts though concrete changes remain unclear. Vatican releases stressed historical inquiry plus potential dialogue with women leaders.
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Obama unveils first methane rules for new oil and gas wells
The EPA announced a new rule targeting emissions from new or modified wells and issued a request for information to study existing sources. The plan aims to cut 11 million metric tons of CO2e by 2025 and signals potential future regulation of existing equipment, with EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy saying the measures will help curb climate change and protect health.
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Hastert rejects appeal of 15 month sentence for bank violations
Former U S House Speaker Dennis Hastert will not appeal his 15 month term after his conviction tied to hush money payments to cover up sexual abuse. Judge Durkin described him as a liar and serial child molester and indicated possible release in about 10 months for good behavior. Meanwhile U S troops remain in Libya assisting local allies as Washington considers actions against the Islamic State. The Obama administration plans guidance for schools to allow transgender students access to facilities matching their gender identity, warning of possible loss of federal aid for discriminatory practices.
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