German Spy Trial: Bruno Kahl, now Germany’s ambassador to the Vatican, returned to the witness stand as a long-running case over alleged Russian espionage drags on with no end in sight. AI and Catholic Anthropology: Pope Leo XIV’s “Magnifica Humanitas” continues to ripple through Catholic tech conversations, while a new book, “A Catholic Guide to Being Human,” argues that modern confusion about humanity can’t be solved by technology alone. Papal Diplomacy and War: At the Angelus, Pope Leo XIV renewed calls for peace in Ukraine and Sudan, urging an end to strikes on civilian infrastructure and humanitarian corridors. Ukraine-Russia Escalation: Fresh accusations and deadly attacks hit Odesa and Kharkiv, with Zelensky warning that port strikes threaten global food security. Pope Leo’s France Trip: The Vatican released details of Leo XIV’s September itinerary, including meetings with clergy-abuse survivors and a stop at Lourdes. Church Life and Leadership: Sr. Debra Sciano was profiled as she prepares to lead the U.S. Leadership Conference of Women Religious. Sainthood Process: Tanzania’s Julius Nyerere sainthood cause moves into witness interrogation as the Church builds its case. Mediterranean Youth for Peace: Young people gather in southern Italy for “Carta di Leuca,” focused on beauty, art, and peace.