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The Rev. James Callan, Renegade Catholic Priest, Dies at 77
He was excommunicated in 1999 after allowing women to celebrate Mass, blessing same-sex unions and offering communion to non-Catholics.The New York Times - 7h -
Almost 50 Catholic priests in Michigan accused of historic sexual misconduct in new report
Dozens of senior figures from the Catholic church in Michigan have been accused of historic sexual misconduct dating back to the 1950s in a landmark report released Monday from the state's top ...NBC News - 20h -
Former archbishop of Canterbury resigns as priest after reports on church’s handling of sexual abuse case
George Carey quit after BBC investigation reported that he allowed a priest banned over abuse claims to return to priesthood. A former leader of the Church of England has resigned as a priest ...The Guardian - 1d -
Former Church of England leader resigns as priest after claims he mishandled an abuse case
A former leader of the Church of England has resigned as a priest following allegations that he failed to properly handle the case of a priest accused of sexual misconductABC News - 1d -
Michigan releases report accusing 56 people of sexual abuse in Catholic diocese
State attorney general Dana Nessel’s investigation found allegations dating back to 1950 against clergy in Lansing. Michigan ’s top state prosecutor on Monday issued a report outlining ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump is revving up his tariff war — here’s what you need to know
At home and abroad, Donald Trump promises to alter established patterns.The Hill - 1d -
James Wade crashes out of World Darts Championship in second-round shock
Four-time semi-finalist beaten 3-0 by Wattimena Ex-champion Gerwyn Price races past Keane Barry The four-time semi-finalist James Wade crashed out of the World Darts Championship at the first ...The Guardian - 2d -
US priest accused of sexual assault turns down 20-year plea deal
Decision leaves Anthony Odiong on course for trial on charges that could carry a maximum of life imprisonment. A hearing at which a Roman Catholic priest with ties to Texas and south-east Louisiana ...The Guardian - 2d -
LeBron James returns and Lakers overcome Anthony Davis injury scare in win
Anthony Davis leaves the game briefly with an apparent injury before returning to finish with 40 points and 16 rebounds in the Lakers' win over Memphis.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
James Maddison doubles up in Tottenham’s rout of sorry Southampton
As a battle of the Premier League’s most idealistic managers, it registered as no-contest. Such was the dominance of Ange Postecoglou’s version of the glory game over Southampton’s it became a ...The Guardian - 3d -
No. 18 UConn hangs on against No. 8 Gonzaga, 77-71, behind Liam McNeeley's 26 points
Liam McNeeley scored 26 points for No. 18 UConn, which fended off a series of rallies by No. 8 Gonzaga to earn a 77-71 win in a Hall of Fame Series matchup at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Lakers coach unsure on James return after defeat
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick says he does not know when LeBron James will return after he missed a second consecutive game.BBC News - 5d -
Supreme Court to Hear Catholic Charity’s Bid for Tax Exemption
The justices agreed to hear an appeal from a Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling that the charity’s activities were insufficiently religious to qualify.The New York Times - 5d -
Priest who worked in Texas and Louisiana tentatively set to plead guilty to sexual assault
Anthony Odiong to appear Monday in court over charges he abused his position to pursue sex with congregants. A Roman Catholic priest who served under the command of church officials in Texas’s ...The Guardian - 5d -
Supreme Court to weigh Catholic Church-affiliated group's bid for religious tax exemption
The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear a case about whether a charitable group linked with the Catholic Church can claim a religious exemption from Wisconsin’s unemployment tax system.NBC News - 5d -
Supreme Court to hear dispute over Catholic group, Wisconsin tax exemption
The Supreme Court agreed Friday to take up a Catholic charitable group’s quest to qualify for Wisconsin’s religious exemption from the state’s unemployment tax system. Wisconsin exempts employers ...The Hill - 5d -
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence
Police say “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy has been arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violenceABC News - 5d -
LeBron James ruled out of Lakers' game at Minnesota on Friday with foot soreness
LeBron James has been ruled out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game at Minnesota on Friday night due to soreness in his left footABC News - 6d -
LeBron James won't play for Lakers against Minnesota on Friday
LeBron James, who hasn't been with the Lakers this week, will not play against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday because of foot soreness.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
'Vanderpump Rules' alum James Kennedy arrested in Burbank on suspicion of domestic violence
James Kennedy, a longtime cast member of Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules,' was arrested and booked on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence Tuesday, The Times has confirmed.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Q&A: James Skoufis running for DNC chair
James Skoufis is a New York state senator and candidate for Democratic National Committee chair.The Hill - 6d -
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of domestic violence
“Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy was arrested this week on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence, police said.NBC News - 6d -
James Dyson is right to fight for British strawberries
The UK’s largest commercial farmer is trying to create a berry brand against intense global competitionFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
This cinema-related stock is up 77% this year amid box-office rebound. It’s not AMC or Cinemark.
In 2025 “we will finally see what could be the new normal,” as the box office continues its rebound, according to National CineMedia CEO Tom Lesinski.MarketWatch - Dec. 10 -
CervoMed’s stock craters 77% after failed trial of treatment for rare brain disease
CervoMed Inc.’s stock cratered early Tuesday after the biotech company said a midstage trial of a treatment for patients with dementia with Lewy bodies, or DLB, failed to meet its main goals.MarketWatch - Dec. 10 -
Hundreds of bookstore staffers receive holiday bonuses from author James Patterson
Staffers at Thank You Books in Birmingham, Alabama, San Francisco’s City Lights Books and The Nook in Cedar Falls, Iowa, are among 600 booksellers receiving $500 holiday bonuses from James PattersonABC News - Dec. 10 -
St James’s Place ditches glitzy get-togethers in bid to improve image
Wealth manager’s opulent annual events in London and Gleneagles perceived as rewards for aggressive sales tacticsFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
Just Stop Oil activist, 77, faces jail recall as wrists too small for electronic tag
Gaie Delap was sent to prison in August for her part in disruptive protests on M25 in November. . A 77-year-old activist is facing recall to prison because her wrists are too small for an ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Eye on America: Celebrating 50 years of Miss Piggy, Catholic women push for female priests
In New York, we share an exclusive interview with Miss Piggy, the iconic Muppet and feminist icon, to look back on her 50 years of stardom. Also, we take you inside a grassroots movement calling ...CBS News - Dec. 7 -
Why LeBron James Has Been a Disappointment This Season
The soon-to-be 40-year-old Laker is, by his lofty standards, taking a rare excursion on the struggle bus. But he’s not the only one.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Catholic nun arrested for bringing mafia messages to prisoners
An Italian nun was arrested Thursday as part of a long investigation that led to the arrests of 25 suspects and the seizure of over 1,800,000 euros.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Fact or Fiction: LeBron James' Lakers are stuck in the middle
Los Angeles has lost seven of its last nine games, including an OT thriller on the road Friday. What is the franchise's path forward?Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
The best Christmas bottle shops? Head to Mayfair and St James’s
Berry Bros & Rudd, Justerini & Brooks and Hedonism have all had makeoversFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
James Cameron’s Lightstorm Vision will make exclusive 3D entertainment on Meta Quest
James Cameron's Lightstorm Vision will create new 3D entertainment experiences exclusively on Meta Quest's mixed reality hardware.VentureBeat - Dec. 5 -
Disgraced New Orleans priest pleads guilty to rape and kidnapping
An investigation revealed Lawrence Hecker had confessed to molesting multiple juveniles over his decades of service with the Archdiocese of New Orleans.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
New Orleans clergy abuse: details emerge after retired priest admits to kidnapping and child rape
Victim was going to testify about being forced to see a psychiatrist for lying or face expulsion from school after rape by Lawrence Hecker, now 93. The star witness in a clerical molestation case ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Retired Louisiana Priest Pleads Guilty to Rape and Kidnapping Charges
Lawrence Hecker, who was indicted last year on charges related to a sexual assault in the 1970s, pleaded guilty on Tuesday just before jury selection for his trial was set to begin.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Retired New Orleans priest pleads guilty to kidnapping and raping boy in 1970s
Lawrence Hecker, 93, is set to receive a life sentence after admitting to attacking boy in church bell tower. Shortly before a jury was supposed to be chosen for his trial on criminal charges of ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Wayne Northrop, TV actor known for dramas 'Dynasty' and 'Days of Our Lives,' dies at 77
Wayne Northrop, best known for his work in TV dramas 'Days of Our Lives' and 'Dynasty,' died Friday, his publicist confirmed to The Times. The actor was 77.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 2 -
Sutton's predictions v The Slow Readers Club bassist James Ryan
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on rock band The Slow Readers Club with his predictions for the midweek Premier League fixtures.BBC News - Dec. 2
