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Poorer economies are buckling beneath debt obligations to London banks
The increasing financial pressure brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic has prompted a flurry of borrowing in countries across the world. As questions arise about he viability of the spending spree in the developed world, poorer countries are buckling beneath the pressure of debt obligations to private lenders. Last year, the countries of the G20, encouraged by the World Bank and the IMF, provided billions of dollars of debt relief to the world’s poorer countries.
Scottish churches open for Easter as SNP government reveals plans to ease lockdown
The Scottish government have announced that believers across Scotland will be permitted to gather at places of worship from 26th March, in time for Easter. The new plan, outlined by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon on Tuesday, sees a significant easing of lockdown regulations across Scotland. Up to four adults from two households will be allowed to meet outdoors from for recreational purposes and essential exercise as of Friday 12th March. Restrictions on younger people will be further relaxed.
Minneapolis archbishop prays for peace as trial of Derek Chauvin begins
Washington D.C., Mar 8, 2021 / 01:00 pm MT (CNA).- The archbishop of St. Paul-Minneapolis urged peace and prayer before the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, who faces charges in the death of George Floyd, began on Monday. “I hope you will join me during the trial by blocking-out time in our busy lives to stop and pray,” said Archbishop Bernard Hebda of St. Paul-Minneapolis in a statement released on March 5.
Swiss voters narrowly back ban on burqa, niqab as religious leaders voice concern
CNA Staff, Mar 8, 2021 / 06:33 pm MT (CNA).- Swiss voters have narrowly approved a proposal to ban religious facial coverings in public nationwide. Though the move will affect a small minority of Muslim women, commentators voiced concerns about the effect on religious freedom and tolerance for religious minorities. Over 51% of voters backed the measure in a March 7 vote. The ban on facial coverings in public places does not mention Islam directly but was presented as a burqa ban.
Bishop appointed for S Sudan's Rumbek diocese after nearly 10 years' vacancy
Rumbek, South Sudan, Mar 8, 2021 / 07:19 pm MT (CNA).- Father Christian Carlassare, who was appointed Bishop of Rumbek on Monday, nearly 10 years since the death of the diocese’s last bishop, described his appointment as an illustration of “the God of surprises.” In a message to ACI Africa, Fr. Carlassare said he welcomed his episcopal appointment in a “spirit of faith” even though it was not among his expectations. “God is the God of surprises.
Catholic clinic in South Sudan closes temporarily as doctors test positive for Covid
Wau, South Sudan, Feb 19, 2021 / 10:45 am MT (CNA).- A Catholic health centre of the Diocese of Wau has temporarily shut down after all three doctors at the facility tested positive for Covid-19. The administrator of Sika Hadid Primary Health Centre, Sr. Bibiana Efimi, announced Feb. 17 that the clinic will remain closed for over a fortnight, depending on the recovery of the medical personnel.
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