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Stories and events from around the world of CNEWA.

Straddling Two Worlds: Canada's Ukrainians

Though they look to their Old World past, Canada’s Ukrainians are firmly planted in the New World.

Searching for Common Ground

Hindu extremists continue to clash with Christians in India, often with grave results. A dialogue program hopes to effect a change.

Struggling on the Strip

Overcrowded refugee camps. Garbage-littered streets. Open sewers. Survival is difficult, but a few are making a difference.

An Anniversary Like No Other

This year, Armenia celebrates 1,700 years as a Christian nation. Catholicos Karekin II reflects on this historic event.

Keeping the Brains in the Family

Lebanon’s Catholic universities educate men and women for the good of society.

All the King’s Men

The election of a new Melkite Greek Catholic patriarch triggers a reflection on all the king’s men.