An annual Catholic conference geared toward young people drew at least 26,000 people across multiple locations, with church leaders saying the overwhelming turnout shows the continued vibrancy of the Catholic Church. “SEEK 2026 has drawn more than 26,000 attendees across three U.S. cities this year, setting an attendance record and marking a 24% increase over […]
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Tourists flock to see iconic landmark finally free of scaffolding after 200 years
For the first time in 200 years, visitors can see Greece’s most iconic historic landmark free of scaffolding — but anyone who’s interested needs to act fast to catch the view. The Parthenon temple, which sits upon Athens’ famed Acropolis Hill, has been the subject of continuous restoration efforts since the early 19th century. On […]
Pope Leo XIV to canonize two modern saints this weekend as faithful flock to Rome
The Jubilee, also known as the Holy Year, is in full swing with visitors flocking to Rome, the Vatican City and across Italy. In St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to preside over the canonization of Carlo Acutis, a millennial computer programmer, and Italian student and avid outdoorsman Pier Giorgio Frassati. Fr. Charlie Gallagher, […]
Americans flock to the Capitol to pay respects to former President Carter ahead of funeral: ‘Job well done’
Americans traveled from all over the country on Wednesday to visit former President Jimmy Carter, who was lying in state at the U.S. Capitol, ahead of his funeral on Thursday. A handful of visitors spoke with Fox News while waiting in line to view Carter’s casket – some knew him personally and others simply admired […]