![Above, Neil Armstrong (reflected in visor) and Edwin ‘Buzz’ Aldrin (in spacesuit) set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969. Also seen below, the astronauts captured a beautiful image of Earth rising above the moon’s horizon from Apollo 11. Also below: the mission patch and other iconic moonshot photos, along with a solo photo of astronaut Armstrong. Bottom of page: All three Apollo 11 astronauts, Michael Collins (l) and Neil Armstrong (r) shown, and their wives attend an audience with Pope Paul VI in the Papal Library Oct. 16, 1969. Above, Neil Armstrong (reflected in visor) and Edwin ‘Buzz’ Aldrin (in spacesuit) set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969. Also seen below, the astronauts captured a beautiful image of Earth rising above the moon’s horizon from Apollo 11. Also below: the mission patch and other iconic moonshot photos, along with a solo photo of astronaut Armstrong. Bottom of page: All three Apollo 11 astronauts, Michael Collins (l) and Neil Armstrong (r) shown, and their wives attend an audience with Pope Paul VI in the Papal Library Oct. 16, 1969.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200826210852_cd85a99798a06237242f030581a48dd9ade48a0f165289efe2ae3ce7734f642c.jpeg)
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![Above, Neil Armstrong (reflected in visor) and Edwin ‘Buzz’ Aldrin (in spacesuit) set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969. Also seen below, the astronauts captured a beautiful image of Earth rising above the moon’s horizon from Apollo 11. Also below: the mission patch and other iconic moonshot photos, along with a solo photo of astronaut Armstrong. Bottom of page: All three Apollo 11 astronauts, Michael Collins (l) and Neil Armstrong (r) shown, and their wives attend an audience with Pope Paul VI in the Papal Library Oct. 16, 1969. Above, Neil Armstrong (reflected in visor) and Edwin ‘Buzz’ Aldrin (in spacesuit) set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969. Also seen below, the astronauts captured a beautiful image of Earth rising above the moon’s horizon from Apollo 11. Also below: the mission patch and other iconic moonshot photos, along with a solo photo of astronaut Armstrong. Bottom of page: All three Apollo 11 astronauts, Michael Collins (l) and Neil Armstrong (r) shown, and their wives attend an audience with Pope Paul VI in the Papal Library Oct. 16, 1969.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200826210852_cd85a99798a06237242f030581a48dd9ade48a0f165289efe2ae3ce7734f642c.jpeg)
![Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announces the creation of the Iran Action Group at the Department of State Aug. 16 in Washington. The Trump administration said the Iran Action Group will coordinate and manage U.S. policy toward Iran after withdrawing from the Iran nuclear deal. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announces the creation of the Iran Action Group at the Department of State Aug. 16 in Washington. The Trump administration said the Iran Action Group will coordinate and manage U.S. policy toward Iran after withdrawing from the Iran nuclear deal.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200826200836_ae3bf2db99141f7e3f0dd76c2d5d69e40acf49f47f430db51b3b0b92178c4c35.jpeg)
Trump Administration Re-Imposes Iran Sanctions
Drawing mixed reactions from allies, the U.S. government has placed financial pressure on Iran to cooperate with U.S. demands to negotiate a tougher nuclear deal.
![A homeless man sleeps beside his makeshift temporary shelter on a street in downtown Los Angeles June 25.
A homeless man sleeps beside his makeshift temporary shelter on a street in downtown Los Angeles June 25.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200827180856_2d00dc225c28fdbf651ba1f0f36d91dab2f8d427d6fe93178a2113ad79ec92e3.jpeg)
What Is Contributing to California’s Homelessness?
Restrictive housing policies are a key contributor to placing Californians under serious economic pressure and at risk of homelessness.
![Pope Francis meets with indigenous Peruvians at 'Hogar Principito' Children's home, in Puerto Maldonado, Jan. 19. Pope Francis meets with indigenous Peruvians at 'Hogar Principito' Children's home, in Puerto Maldonado, Jan. 19.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200827100824_fa819c0af56d6019f553a247e73753e9532ae084c859858d86a328ef4d590d6b.jpeg)
Discussions of Latin-Rite Married Priests Gets Serious in Amazon Region and Quebec
Prompted by the shortage of priests, some in the Church are considering opening up ordination to a larger pool of men to provide the Mass and sacraments.
![U.S. President Donald Trump signs H.R. 1865, the "Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017" at the White House April 11. With Trump are victims and family members of victims of online sex trafficking and members of Congress who helped pass the bill. U.S. President Donald Trump signs H.R. 1865, the "Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017" at the White House April 11. With Trump are victims and family members of victims of online sex trafficking and members of Congress who helped pass the bill.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200827130840_06ca8d7882db3769b074a6b4fae593fda5bf262c480b8b2fd41ea34cf00af8fe.jpeg)
Trump Signs Bill to Hold Websites Accountable for Sex Trafficking
In line with Pope Francis’ repeated calls to better engage with this issue, the new U.S. legislation helps victims and aids states in pursuing justice for traffickers.
![Catholic evangelist Chris Stefanick offers a 30-day program for men to grow in virtue. Catholic evangelist Chris Stefanick offers a 30-day program for men to grow in virtue.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200828050840_12db65e06fbd4391313aacbfe1687bbac0fb2964f8faca87034db270a463d698.jpeg)
Chris Stefanick’s New Program Aims to Restore Authentic Masculinity
‘Rise’ offers personal challenges to form healthy, life-affirming habits.
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Taking Sunday Seriously — Poland Leads the Way
The European nation’s new law sharply restricting Sunday shopping provides an opportunity to take a closer look at American habits.
![Above, the cathedral dome rises 144 feet into the air. Inside it are murals of the Sacred Heart flanked by Mary and St. Joseph, along with several other saints, ancient and modern. Below, the dedication Mass is underway. Above, the cathedral dome rises 144 feet into the air. Inside it are murals of the Sacred Heart flanked by Mary and St. Joseph, along with several other saints, ancient and modern. Below, the dedication Mass is underway.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/20200826140848_6ed36b6a08fb3e03c44fe0d1951b56cdd8ca75e4e5dde3f226fd60781a0be2cb.jpeg)
Knoxville’s New Cathedral Is a Church for the Ages
As the diocese turns 30, it dedicates a beautiful edifice.
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FCC Repeal of Net Neutrality Leads to Lively Fight
Debate continues even after net neutrality’s apparent death last year, with the U.S. bishops among the voices advocating for its retention.
![Pro-life signs seen along the route of the Walk for Life West Coast. Pro-life signs seen along the route of the Walk for Life West Coast.](https://publisher-ncreg.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/2020082706080_f0b923c5a989a56a9b2fe65a77a7bf1bc72a1f2d05710b15558d231a8835cf37.jpeg)
Walk for Life West Coast Draws Thousands, Highlights Pro-Life Momentum
In its 14th year, San Francisco’s annual march to protest abortion highlighted the value of life and harm of abortion.