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A Catholic nun, Sister Letty Ugboaja, was detained by ICE while walking to Sunday Mass in McAllen, Texas, but was released after bipartisan congressional pressure and talks with DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin; the episode drew broad criticism from church leaders and advocates and sparked calls to reform enforcement practices that can affect peaceful worshippers.
A 56-year-old Nigerian nun, Sister Letty Ugboaja, was detained by ICE while walking to Sunday Mass in McAllen, Texas, prompting swift bipartisan calls for her release. She was freed that evening after lawmakers pressed DHS/ICE, highlighting concerns about how immigration enforcement resources are allocated, especially against nonthreatening individuals. The incident follows other ICE cases in the border region and underscores ongoing debates over immigration policy and enforcement priorities.
In McAllen, Texas, Sister Leticia Ugboaja, a Nigerian nurse heading to Sunday Mass, was briefly detained by ICE, her rosary confiscated and she was handcuffed before being released hours later after bipartisan pressure from Republicans and Democrats who argued she had deep local ties and no criminal record, highlighting nuanced views on immigration enforcement in the Rio Grande Valley.
A Catholic nun, Sister Leticia Ugboaja, was detained by ICE while walking to Mass in McAllen, Texas, but was released after bipartisan lawmakers intervened; she serves as an extraordinary minister of holy communion and is a nurse, with DHS/ICE not commenting at the time of release.
A Texas nun detained by immigration officers in McAllen has sparked a wave of online backlash, as supporters criticize the detention and highlight concerns about immigration enforcement.
An Israeli settler from Peduel, 36-year-old Yona Simcha Schreiber, will stand trial for assault resulting in injuries after kicking a French Catholic nun in Jerusalem, with prosecutors citing hostility toward a religious group. Detained since April 29, he is accused of attacking the nun near Mount Zion, as surveillance showed him pushing and kicking her. The French consulate, Hebrew University, and Israel’s foreign ministry condemned the incident and stressed religious freedom and protection of Christian communities.
A CCTV video shows a man shoving and kicking a French nun near King David’s Tomb on Mount Zion in Jerusalem; police arrested a suspect on suspicion of a racially motivated assault, drawing swift condemnation from church leaders who warn of rising anti-Christian violence in the area.
Israeli police arrested a 36-year-old man after video showed him assaulting a French Catholic nun near Jerusalem’s Old City, near David's Tomb. Police say the attack was racially motivated and vowed zero tolerance for violence; the suspect is in custody and due to appear in court for a detention extension as the case is investigated.
A Brazilian nun, Sister Marizele Cassiano, went viral after showcasing her beatboxing skills on a Catholic TV show, where she and Sister Marisa Paula de Neves also performed dance moves, highlighting their work and using music and dance as tools to connect with people.
A Catholic nun, Anna Donelli, was arrested in Italy as part of a mafia bust involving 25 people. Donelli, who volunteered at prisons in Brescia, allegedly used her position to pass information between mob bosses and imprisoned members of the 'Ndrangheta crime syndicate. The operation, involving over 300 officers, uncovered drugs, weapons, and nearly $2 million in cash. Prosecutors claim she exploited her spiritual role to aid criminal activities.
Sydney Sweeney's horror movie "Immaculate" is set for digital release, following its successful theatrical debut, and will be available on Blu-Ray and DVD in June. The film, in which Sweeney stars as an American nun uncovering frightening secrets at a convent in Italy, offers a unique take on religious horror and has garnered positive reviews. Sweeney, who also produced the film, revealed that she has been attached to the project for a decade and reworked the script to fit her current self, addressing relevant themes.
The Vatican has formally protested to France after a court ruled in favor of a nun who was dismissed from her religious order, criticizing the secretive process used by the Vatican. The court found that the Vatican's canonical investigation violated the nun's fundamental rights and ordered the Vatican officials to pay damages. This case represents a rare intrusion of secular justice into internal church matters and highlights the clash between canonical procedures and contemporary secular concepts of justice.
"The First Omen" is a prequel to "The Omen" franchise, exploring the origins of the Antichrist, Damien. Set in 1971, the film delves into the dark pregnancy anxieties and sinister intentions within a Catholic orphanage, focusing on a novice named Margaret. While the movie offers legitimate shocks and a graphic childbirth scene, it pales in comparison to the original and faces competition from the indie film "Immaculate." The lead actress, Nell Tiger Free, provides an engaging performance, but the film's plot feels far-fetched and aims to spawn additional sequels.
Sydney Sweeney delivers a captivating performance as a virginal nun in the horror film "Immaculate," which takes a unique approach to religious horror with a taut survival thriller plot. The film, directed by Michael Mohan, showcases Sweeney's star power and features a standout performance by Benedetta Porcaroli. While the film has some uneven moments and relies on jump scares, Sweeney's compelling portrayal and the gripping finale make "Immaculate" an enjoyable watch.
Sydney Sweeney stars as Sister Cecilia, an American nun who moves to an Italian convent filled with sinister secrets in the film "Immaculate." The movie, directed by Michael Mohan, starts as an intimately observed thriller before leaning into B-movie horror conventions, with Sweeney's performance failing to fully bring her character to life. As the plot unfolds, Cecilia discovers she's pregnant despite never having had sex, leading to a surreal investigation and a desperate attempt to escape, ultimately culminating in a campy horror third act that elevates the film's efforts to scare audiences.