Look Closer

Hindu nationalist party seeks inroads in Syro-Malabar heartland

March 18, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Who is the new papal almoner - and how has the role changed?

March 12, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Is the number of adults becoming Catholic still rising?

February 26, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Why is there a Church-state showdown in Armenia?

February 16, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Who is being beatified in 2026?

February 13, 2026 • Luke Coppen

What is the state of Catholicism in England and Wales?

February 12, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Is Germany facing ‘synodal fatigue’?

February 10, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Why did the Vatican dismiss an AfD politician’s appeal?

February 6, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Is the tide turning against Europe’s assisted suicide bills?

January 30, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Help wanted: The Holy See’s coming diplomatic vacancies

January 20, 2026 • Luke Coppen

The rise of Bishop Sipuka

January 9, 2026 • Luke Coppen

Will Bätzing be re-elected as German bishops’ chairman?

January 7, 2026 • Luke Coppen

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