Vatican Proposes Tribunal to Hold Bishops Accountable
A Vatican reform aims to hold bishops responsible for shielding pedophile priests. Bishops would face investigation by Vatican departments and possible trial before a doctrinal tribunal. Proponents urge transparency and stronger penalties while critics warn the steps may be too slow or insufficient to prevent future cover ups.
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Magna Carta hailed as seed of modern democracy
Washington notes mark the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta, applauding its long influence on liberty, due process, and limiting royal power. The piece cites its role in shaping modern justice, taxation fairness, and democratic ideas, from England to America and beyond, while noting debates over its reach beyond barons.
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This Day in History Highlights June 18
June 18 marks notable events from Napoleons Waterloo defeat in 1815 to modern milestones. It recalls American entry into Philadelphia in 1778, the War of 1812, Susan B Anthony’s 1873 vote verdict, Churchill’s wartime exhortations, Eisenhower and Congress in 1945, and space and political milestones through 2014.
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