Pope urges expanded roles for women in church and society
Pope Francis praised women for sensitivity and untapped gifts and urged greater roles in church and public life while reaffirming the ban on women priests. He cited women’s work in parishes, outreach, and family life as essential to moral transmission and church vitality.
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Ukraine protests escalate as crowd attacks government building
In Kiev, protesters lobbed firebombs at the Ukrainian House and hurled fireworks as police used tear gas. The clash signals growing radicalization in two months of demonstrations sparked by Yanukovych's pullback from an EU pact in favor of a Russian bailout. Prime figures Klitschko and Yatsenyuk urged restraint as clashes followed harsh anti protest laws.
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Violence marks third anniversary of Egypt uprising
Egypt observed the third anniversary of the 2011 revolution with divided scenes as government rallies and rival Islamist and secular protests clashed nationwide. Health officials reported at least 29 protesters killed amid a military backed crackdown and calls for Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi to run for president while Morsi supporters press for defiance of the military transition.
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Syria's peace talks open with cautious half steps in Geneva
In Geneva the Syrian government and opposition met for about three hours at separate doors and spoke only to mediator Lakhdar Brahimi. No direct dialogue or leader discussion occurred yet. Brahimi called the session a half step toward peace as humanitarian aid talks set to resume Sunday.
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Westminster adds agility event for mixed breed dogs
Westminster Kennel Club introduces an agility competition open to mixed breeds, with about 225 entrants including Roo a husky mix from an animal shelter. The move highlights inclusion though the show remains focused on about 190 breeds and mostly purebreds.
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