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Bishop Hanke Resigns Amidst Financial and Abuse Scandals
Bishop Gregor Hanke resigned from the Diocese of Eichstätt in Bavaria, Germany, citing "inner weariness" after facing a \$41.5 million financial scandal, multiple sexual abuse cases, and resistance to church reforms.
Bishop Hanke Resigns Amidst Financial and Abuse Scandals
Bishop Gregor Hanke resigned from the Diocese of Eichstätt in Bavaria, Germany, citing "inner weariness" after facing a \$41.5 million financial scandal, multiple sexual abuse cases, and resistance to church reforms.
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44% Bias Score
Evangelical Church of the Palatinate Announces Major Restructuring
The Evangelical Church of the Palatinate is undergoing major reforms to address financial, personnel, and societal challenges, restructuring into four larger units by 2029, centralizing parish house management, and focusing on a more networked approach to maintain its presence while saving approxima...
Evangelical Church of the Palatinate Announces Major Restructuring
The Evangelical Church of the Palatinate is undergoing major reforms to address financial, personnel, and societal challenges, restructuring into four larger units by 2029, centralizing parish house management, and focusing on a more networked approach to maintain its presence while saving approxima...
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44% Bias Score
Hessian Church Plans Climate Neutrality by 2045
The Evangelical Church in Hesse and Nassau plans to become climate-neutral by 2045, aiming for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 through building renovations (€8.8 million), improved mobility, and sustainable procurement (€4 million), though acknowledging further measures are neede...
Hessian Church Plans Climate Neutrality by 2045
The Evangelical Church in Hesse and Nassau plans to become climate-neutral by 2045, aiming for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 through building renovations (€8.8 million), improved mobility, and sustainable procurement (€4 million), though acknowledging further measures are neede...
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24% Bias Score
American Cardinal Elected as First American Pope: Pope Leo XIV
Robert Prevost, an American-Peruvian cardinal, was elected as Pope Leo XIV on an unspecified date, marking a historic first for the Catholic Church and raising questions about his stance on past sexual abuse allegations.
American Cardinal Elected as First American Pope: Pope Leo XIV
Robert Prevost, an American-Peruvian cardinal, was elected as Pope Leo XIV on an unspecified date, marking a historic first for the Catholic Church and raising questions about his stance on past sexual abuse allegations.
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44% Bias Score
European Cardinals Dominate Conclave Despite Global Catholic Population
The 2023 conclave to elect the next pope is overrepresented by European cardinals (40 percent of 133), despite Pope Francis' efforts to diversify; this contrasts with the global distribution of 1.4 billion Catholics, where Europe accounts for only one-fifth.
European Cardinals Dominate Conclave Despite Global Catholic Population
The 2023 conclave to elect the next pope is overrepresented by European cardinals (40 percent of 133), despite Pope Francis' efforts to diversify; this contrasts with the global distribution of 1.4 billion Catholics, where Europe accounts for only one-fifth.
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32% Bias Score
Papal Conclave: 133 Cardinals to Elect Pope Francis' Successor
On Wednesday, 133 cardinals from 71 countries will convene to elect Pope Francis' successor in a conclave where 108 cardinals are first-timers, appointed by Francis, leading to uncertainty about the outcome and potential for a non-European pope.
Papal Conclave: 133 Cardinals to Elect Pope Francis' Successor
On Wednesday, 133 cardinals from 71 countries will convene to elect Pope Francis' successor in a conclave where 108 cardinals are first-timers, appointed by Francis, leading to uncertainty about the outcome and potential for a non-European pope.
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56% Bias Score
Fulda Diocese Awaits Report on Sexual Abuse Allegations
The Fulda diocese's commission investigating sexual abuse allegations will soon release its final report, with Bishop Michael Gerber anticipating insights into the past and recommendations for future changes in the church's approach to preventing abuse.
Fulda Diocese Awaits Report on Sexual Abuse Allegations
The Fulda diocese's commission investigating sexual abuse allegations will soon release its final report, with Bishop Michael Gerber anticipating insights into the past and recommendations for future changes in the church's approach to preventing abuse.
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36% Bias Score
First American Pope Leo XIV Elected, Signaling Continued Church Reform
In October 2023, Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, participated in the Vatican Synod focused on church reform; his election in 2025 as the first American pope marks a continuation of these reform efforts, emphasizing social justice, inclusivity, and dialogue.
First American Pope Leo XIV Elected, Signaling Continued Church Reform
In October 2023, Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, participated in the Vatican Synod focused on church reform; his election in 2025 as the first American pope marks a continuation of these reform efforts, emphasizing social justice, inclusivity, and dialogue.
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56% Bias Score
EKHN to Allow Hiring of Non-Christians
The Evangelical Church in Hesse and Nassau (EKHN) will allow the hiring of individuals regardless of religious affiliation, removing a previous requirement that employees be Christian church members; a new law is expected this fall, although employees must still uphold the church's principles.
EKHN to Allow Hiring of Non-Christians
The Evangelical Church in Hesse and Nassau (EKHN) will allow the hiring of individuals regardless of religious affiliation, removing a previous requirement that employees be Christian church members; a new law is expected this fall, although employees must still uphold the church's principles.
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20% Bias Score
Pope Leo XIV Signals Prioritization of Workers' Rights
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a missionary and bishop in Peru, begins his papacy signaling a potential prioritization of workers' rights, aligning with past papal social teachings and potentially influencing global social justice initiatives.
Pope Leo XIV Signals Prioritization of Workers' Rights
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a missionary and bishop in Peru, begins his papacy signaling a potential prioritization of workers' rights, aligning with past papal social teachings and potentially influencing global social justice initiatives.
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52% Bias Score
Conclave 2023: Choosing Pope Francis's Successor
The death of Pope Francis has triggered a conclave to elect his successor, with cardinals considering various candidates representing diverse theological and political viewpoints, influenced by Francis's legacy and the need for a leader who can unite the Church.
Conclave 2023: Choosing Pope Francis's Successor
The death of Pope Francis has triggered a conclave to elect his successor, with cardinals considering various candidates representing diverse theological and political viewpoints, influenced by Francis's legacy and the need for a leader who can unite the Church.
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48% Bias Score
Papal Conclave: 133 Cardinals to Elect Pope Francis's Successor
The upcoming papal conclave, starting Wednesday, will involve 133 cardinals from 71 countries electing Pope Francis's successor; 108 are participating for the first time, reflecting Francis's reshaping of the College of Cardinals, with increased representation from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East,...
Papal Conclave: 133 Cardinals to Elect Pope Francis's Successor
The upcoming papal conclave, starting Wednesday, will involve 133 cardinals from 71 countries electing Pope Francis's successor; 108 are participating for the first time, reflecting Francis's reshaping of the College of Cardinals, with increased representation from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East,...
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32% Bias Score
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