Friday, February 1, 2013

Heroic News: “EWTN says new mandate proposal likely brings no relief” plus 10 more

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EWTN says new mandate proposal likely brings no relief

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Posted: 01 Feb 2013 12:06 PM PST

Eternal World Television Network said today that the new suggested rule on the federal contraception mandate is likely inadequate to protect its religious liberty.

Fr. Pavone: Only Acceptable Change to HHS Mandate is to Rescind It

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Posted: 01 Feb 2013 11:11 AM PST

Fr. Frank Pavone of 'Priests for Life' has stated that nothing short of rescinding the contraceptive mandate issued by the Dept of Health and Human Services can be considered morally acceptable.

Obama Admin's shell game: the contraception 'compromise'

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Posted: 01 Feb 2013 09:37 AM PST

The Obama administration proposed broader latitude Friday for religious nonprofits that object to the mandated coverage of contraceptives, one that will allow large faith-based hospitals and universities to issue plans that do not directly provide birth control coverage.

Could a Royal baby boom save Britain?

Posted: 01 Feb 2013 03:45 AM PST

Since the Royal pregnancy was announced by St James's Palace in December, Clearblue, a firm that manufactures fertility and pregnancy testing kits, has seen sales of its fertility indicators rise by 60 per cent - its biggest rise in almost five years.

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Possible lift of Boy Scouts' gay ban draws disappointment

Posted: 31 Jan 2013 11:28 PM PST

News that the Boy Scouts of America may soon approve of openly gay members and leaders has sparked a wave of concern and criticism throughout the country.

Docs choose death for 'imperfect' baby

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Posted: 31 Jan 2013 11:08 PM PST

"How many other hospitals starve babies to death, simply based on a “defect”? How many other doctors instruct new parents to leave their newborns to die or wallow in an institution for the rest of their lives?"

Zebrafish stem cells could heal human retinas

Posted: 31 Jan 2013 09:30 PM PST

Stem cells from zebrafish, the staple of genetic research, could regenerate damaged cones in retinas and restore eyesight to people, proving a groundbreaking alternative to the unethical practice of embryonic stem cell harvesting.

Indiana mayor presides over ceremonial mass gay 'marriage'

Posted: 31 Jan 2013 08:18 PM PST

The 'wedding' was held at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater in Bloomington, IN. The ceremony lasted about 20 minutes but does not have any legal binding in Indiana.

Colorado Lawmakers Weigh Abortion Ban, Defeat Likely

Posted: 31 Jan 2013 05:31 PM PST

Colorado lawmakers are considering a Republican proposal to ban abortions and make it a crime to perform them. Lawmakers heard testimony Thursday on the bill, but a vote on the proposal was delayed until Tuesday.

Pro-lifers urge new Secretary of State to support human rights

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Posted: 31 Jan 2013 04:02 PM PST

As Senator John Kerry is confirmed as Secretary of State for Obama's second administration, pro-life groups have encouraged the official to protect human rights, especially for the unborn.

Doctor says Colombian coverage of abortion drug harms women

Posted: 31 Jan 2013 03:02 PM PST

An official leading the Colombian bishops’ pro-life efforts expressed regret over a recent decision to continue covering a drug used to induce early abortions in the nation’s health care plan.