A 31-year-old Polish man, identified by regional media as Bartłomiej Włodzimierz Krakowiak, has been arrested for vandalizing the Marian shrine of Medjugorje during the night of 27–28 July, just days before Mladifest, which is expected to attract around 50,000 young pilgrims. "Medjugorje Is a Deception" The suspect allegedly poured black paint over statues of the Virgin Mary on Apparition Hill and at the Blue Cross, wrote "Devil in a skirt" on one statue. He hung banners accusing the six visionaries of being "frauds - I have proof", spray-painted slogans including "Medjugorje is a deception," "Only Jesus," and "Mary = devil," and set fire to the recently renovated outdoor altar behind St. James Church. He was arrested hours later in Černo, near Ljubuški, heading toward the Croatian border. Former Pilgrim The case is particularly striking because the suspect had previously visited Medjugorje as a pilgrim. Regional media report that in 2017 he walked 1,300 km from Warsaw to the shrine, …Kara
I didn't think I should wait later today. “I do not know to what extent our government is ready to make such a decision,” he said. “The victory of the Russian Federation in this war, in this special military operation, is in our interests, because we are not talking only about sovereignty and the existential danger to Russia itself, which NATO, the European Union and the United States are trying to pose in every possible way.”
Article here for those who want to translate it easier. Russia’s victory over Ukraine to benefit all humanity – academic Moscow is a bulwark against NATO and the EU, which are trying to erode national sovereignty in countries like Greece, Dimitrios Patelis has said Russia’s victory in the Ukraine conflict would serve the interests of “all peace-loving humanity” by checking NATO and EU encroachment on national sovereignty, Greek philosophy professor Dimitrios Patelis has told RT. Patelis, who teaches at the Technical University of Crete, made the remarks in an interview aired on Tuesday, saying that Greece’s NATO and EU commitments have pushed national security “into the background.” He argued that pan-European legislation is now taking precedence over national law and effectively negates sovereignty and independence for member states such as Greece. In this vein, the professor alluded to reports that Athens is under sustained pressure from NATO and EU partners to transfer Patriot air …Kara
Medjugorje Has Been Vandalized: Two acts of vandalism have targeted the Marian shrine at Medjugorje. According to local authorities, the outdoor altar at St James's Church was set on fire. Furthermore, graffiti was found on a statue of Our Lady at Podbrdo, including the words 'Devil in a skirt'. The first report concerning the statue was received by the police at 4:30 a.m., followed by a second report at 5:00 a.m. after the altar was set alight. The fire was quickly extinguished before it could spread to the church. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage of the suspected arsonist.
*GRAVISSIMO ATTO DI ODIO E SFREGIO ATTUATO L'ALTRA NOTTE IN UN LUOGO MARIANO.* *MEDJUGORJE* POCHI GIORNI PRIMA DELLE GIORNATE DELLA PREGHIERA CON IL FESTIVAL DEI GIOVANI. CHI È AUTORE O COMPLICE DI QUESTE AZIONI BLASFEME, PROFANATRICI, DIABOLOCHE, È, COME DICE SANT'AGOSTINO, VITTIMA DESIGNATA DEL MALE, E SI STA SCAVADO DA SOLO LA FOSSA DAVANTI AI PROPRI PIEDI! CHI PUÒ SI UNISCA ALLA RIPARAZIONE E ALLA CONVERSIONE DI QUESTI NEMICI. INVOCANDO IL MIRACOLO DI SAN LONGINO POSSANO ACCOGLIERE COME LUI QUELLA IMMENSA GRAZIA. DA ASSASSINI A SANTI. *Giro nella Divina Volontà per riparare lo scempio compiuto alla statua della Gospa* Gesù, nel Tuo Divino Volere, insieme alla nostra dolce Madre, percorro questo luogo benedetto e mi unisco a tutti gli atti d'amore, di preghiera, di lacrime e di riparazione che la Santissima Trinità, la Vergine Maria e tutti i Santi hanno compiuto e compiono per l'Umanità. Vengo ai piedi della Madre e, nel Tuo FIAT, raccolgo tutto l'amore dei figli fedeli per ricoprire …Kara
That under Pope Francis "certain difficulties and troubles became evident" is "undeniable." So said Archbishop Georg Gänswein, who turns 70 on Thursday, in an interview published by Katholisch.de on July 27. Monsignor Gänswein believes Leo XIV recognizes these problems and is addressing them. In Germany, the chief concern of Monsignor Gänswein remains the "Synodal Way": "The tensions surrounding the Synodal Way and various initiatives that break away from the Catholic faith continue to exist and await a final resolution. For many Catholics in Germany who simply want to live their faith, this is a millstone around their neck." Contradicting his own criticism, however, Archbishop Gänswein said he has "a good impression" of the new president of the German bishops' conference, Bishop Heiner Wilmer of Münster. He is a leading supporter of and affirmative voter for the German Synodal Way. #newsWbfhggjvyv
“My concern centres on that unwieldy term, the ‘Synodal Path’,” Archbishop Gänswein said. “Fruitless debates about structures and similar issues tie up vital energy in the wrong areas.”
July 27, 2026 The first Pontifical Mass of Bishop Michael Mary was celebrated today in the Oratory of Our Lady of Casalibus on Papa Stronsay. The stones you see in its walls were rebuilt from the 12th century church of St Nicholas during the 1800s. For how many centuries were Masses celebrated between these stones! Source: First Pontifical Mass of Bishop Michael Mary, …
Berlin’s homosex march 'Christopher Street Day' is a “joyful and moving celebration.” That is what pro-homosexual Archbishop Heiner Koch of Berlin told KNA on Sunday. He spoke after an attack on the march on Saturday evening. One woman was killed, and at least 31 others were injured, some of them seriously. The attacker, Abdul B., 21, drove a car into the crowd and was later - conveniently for the justice system and politicians - shot dead during a police operation. The full context of Archbishop Koch's statement is: "How terrible! To brutally destroy such a joyful and moving celebration. We keep all the victims, their families, friends, and everyone whose joy has been taken away by hatred in our prayers. Hatred must not prevail." Abdul B. was born in Berlin in 2005 and grew up there. His parents are from Lebanon, and he held German citizenship. His family belongs to a large extended clan. He had been known to the security authorities for years and was considered part of the Islamist …Kara
The Vatican has published new guidelines today, "Recollecting: Accompanying the Preparation of the Local Church's Evaluation Assembly," for the next stage of the Synod on Synodality. Every diocese is required to hold evaluation assemblies during the first half of 2027 to assess how the Synod's Final Document has been implemented. Bishops will lead the evaluation, establish or reactivate synodal teams, and approve a six- to eight-page narrative report to be submitted to Rome. They are also instructed to describe "transformations in decision-making processes, and reforms of structures" as part of their narrative report. Interreligious synodality Each diocese will also hold an evaluation assembly using the method of "conversation in the Spirit." The guidelines state that dioceses should consider inviting "representatives of other Christian Churches and communities or other religions as observers." Lay access to "leadership roles" The document repeatedly says synodality is not a temporary …Kara
Pro-homosexual Archbishop John C. Wester of Santa Fe, New Mexico, defended "our Muslim neighbors' right to worship" in a July 27 statement. He had heard in recent weeks concerns from some residents regarding the proposal to build a mosque and community center in Albuquerque's North Valley. "Our Muslim neighbors have the same God-given and constitutionally protected right to worship freely as every other faith community, including our own. Defending that right is not only a civic duty but a core element of Catholic teaching", the Archbishop wrote. According to Monsignor Wester, supporting the construction of a mosque is entirely consistent with Catholic tradition and moral commitments. He urged Catholics to "choose respect, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence." In 2025, it emerged that, Archbishop Wester promoted and lived with a priest who had spent ten years in a registered homosexual relationship. Picture: AI, #newsXofkbkkgnx
When Atilla the Hun stormed Italy in the year 452, he was met by the Sovereign Pontiff Pope Leo the Great. The Hungarian chronicles record that the warrior received from Heaven the following message: "Hearken to the command of the Lord God, Jesus Christ. Thy pride shall not allow you to enter into the holy city where the bodies of my Apostles lie. Return. Later, one of your descendents will come to Rome with humility, and there I will cause him to receive a crown that shall last forever." King Stephen of Hungary fulfilled the promise God made to Atilla Attila thereupon recrossed the Alps, and had only just time to reach the Danube before he died. But, in the days of St. Stephen the heavenly promise was fulfilled. Indeed, Stephen inherited from his father Géza the dukedom of Hungary that had only a sprinkling of Catholics among the wild Magyars. He left it as a kingdom recognized by the Pope Sylvester II and a people firmly established in the Holy Faith. He made two Codes of Law, in which …Kara
Around 500 nude volunteers gathered outside the Cathedral of Santa Ana in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, on Sunday for a photographic installation by American artist Spencer Tunick as part of the Culture & Business Pride festival. Participants, painted in the rainbow colors, posed in front of the cathedral on the feast of St. Anne, the city's patron saint. The project was planned in advance as an official festival event, with backing from local tourism and government bodies. Organizers said the artwork celebrated diversity and homosexuality. According to El País, the local bishop, Monsignor José Mazuelos, said he did not object to the nude performance in front of his cathedral: "I have no problem. When we go to the beach, we see naked bodies, don't we?" His complaint was instead about access restrictions that temporarily delayed clergy and parishioners attending the 10 a.m. Eucharist. He also described the event as "marketing for the city," adding he supported it insofar as it promoted …Kara
The heat has already become one of the main sources of discontent among visitors. On social media, comments from tourists in various languages are multiplying, complaining about high temperatures in the galleries, made worse by the huge influx of people who travel the unique exhibition route every day... ...According to reports circulating in museum circles, in recent days there was a malfunction of the system in the room dedicated to Henri Matisse, where the original preparatory cartoons for the stained glass windows of the Chapel of the Rosary in Vence are kept. These are particularly delicate works. Matisse made these large cartoons by applying and gluing colored, cut papers onto a base support, a technique that makes the material especially sensitive to temperature changes and, above all, to humidity. Again according to reports, the malfunction caused hot and humid air to enter the room just as Rome was experiencing extreme temperatures outside. Some photos taken by tour guides …Kara
Leo XIV Returned to the Vatican: Leo XIV returned to the Vatican on Monday evening after a three-week summer holiday at Castel Gandolfo. His upcoming schedule includes Assisi (August 6), San Marino and Rimini (August 22), an apostolic journey to France (September 25–28) with visits to Paris, Lourdes, Metz and UNESCO headquarters, and the World Meeting on the implementation of Amoris laetitia at the Vatican (October 7–14). A visit to Peru is expected in November, although the Holy See has not yet officially announced it.
Pope Leo XIV concludes his summer vacation in Castel Gandolfo and has returned to the Vatican.
Peter was crucified upside down I wonder what going to happen when Nero gets tired of this puppet . Should never borrowed money ( usuary) from that family ran bank. Yes, the Holy See historically borrowed money from the Rothschild family during the 19th century (decades before the modern Vatican Bank, the Institute for the Works of Religion, was formally founded in 1942). [1, 2, 3, 4] Historical Loans First Loan (1832): Arranged during the pontificate of Pope Gregory XVI for £400,000 (involving James Mayer de Rothschild and Carl Mayer von Rothschild) to help stabilize papal finances after the Napoleonic Wars. [1] Second Loan (1850s): Issued during the pontificate of Pope Pius IX following the collapse of the Roman Republic to provide immediate liquidity and cover state debts. [1, 2] Key Context Papal Banker: James de Rothschild effectively became a key financial agent for the Holy See, and 19th-century reference books like the Jewish Encyclopedia even dubbed the family the "…Kara
Mobile Epstein files museum hits the road A mobile version of the Epstein files reading room in New York City, with millions of printed pages of notorious pedophile Jeffrey Epstein's records, is set to go on tour, in part to highlight the mishandling of the files by lawyer and attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche. Miles Taylor, former DHS chief of staff under Donald Trump, joins Jen Psaki to discuss the project. MS NOW
Rev. Gerald Murray Questions Vatican's Rupnik Trial: The New York-based canon lawyer criticises the lack of transparency in the Vatican's canonical trial against Marko Rupnik. "Why don't we know who the judges are?" he asked talking to Raymond Arroyo on 25 July. Rev Murray also pointed out that "we don't know which charges" are being levelled against Rupnik. Finally, he argues that victims who provided evidence should have the right to participate in the process. "The whole thing is a horrific problem."
Michael Haynes - Lawyer for Rupnik's alleged victims said the Vatican has made no cont... Lawyer for Rupnik's alleged victims said the Vatican has made no contact “Why don’t we know who the judges are?” adds @GeraldMurray8 “The whole thing is a horrific problem & the Holy See has not lived up to expectations it gives when victims come forward” On @CatholicHerald Michael Haynes (@MLJHaynes) on X
Monday, 28th July 1913 Mary Phagan’s Mother Testifies, The Atlanta Georgian Atlanta Georgian July 28th, 1913 Newt Lee Repeats His Story in Court Room Negro Watchman Swears Frank Acted Oddly Day of Crime Here are the important developments in the trial of Leo M. Frank for the murder of Mary Phagan. Jury chosen at 1:30 p. m. Mrs. Coleman, girl's mother, takes stand after recess, at 3:15, and tells of Mary leaving for the factory 11:45 a. m. on April 26. George W. Epps, boy companion of Mary Phagan, repeats his story that he had an engagement to meet her on the afternoon of the fatal day. Newt Lee, night watchman at the factory, begins his story of the finding of the body and subsequent developments. Mrs. J. W. Coleman, mother of murdered Mary Phagan, was the first witness for the prosecution at the trial of Leo Frank Monday afternoon. After answering several questions she broke down completely when the solicitor exhibited the little lavender skirt worn by her daughter when she last saw …Kara
Why You Won’t Be Able To Afford Food By Winter $40 for a fruit tray and $7 for a single can of vegetables isn’t just "inflation" it’s a warning sign of a system in total collapse. Across the globe, families are being forced to put basic survival needs on credit cards and payday loans just to keep a meal on the table. A global crop failure is colliding with a 1930s-style Dust Bowl repeat standing on the precipice of massive civil unrest and history shows us exactly what happens when the masses go hungry.