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Two Neumann U students discover new types of viruses

Sophomores at Neumann University found 23 new types of soil-based phages -- viruses that infect bacteria. The discoveries could lead to treatments against bacteria that have become resistant to antobiotics.

Race for Special Olympics, human trafficking group, needs helpers

Volunteers are needed for the Color Me Rad 5K race Aug. 30 -- especially to throw paint at passing runners. Proceeds of the race benefit Redlight Traffic, a non-profit working to end human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Assumption feast to be celebrated at West Chester parish

The 95th annual celebration of St. Agnes Parish for the Feast of the Assumption will include morning Mass, a communion breakfast, solemn procession and benediction on Sunday, Aug. 17.

Ukrainian Folk Festival to feature ethnic dances, music

The festival celebrates its 23rd year in Horsham, celebrating Ukrainian arts and culture.

Knights convene to celebrate their charitable works, fraternal programs

Setting the tone for the 132nd annual Supreme Convention of the Knights of Columbus, Orlando Bishop John. G. Noonan noted shifting social trends and the turbulence of world events but also emphasized the hope of faith and fraternity among Christians.

Across U.S. groups focus on legal needs of unaccompanied minor migrants

On both coasts of the United States and in between, efforts are being ramped up to try to provide legal assistance for the flood of minor immigrants who have arrived in the country without a parent.

Priest sees ‘kinship’ between Chesterton, church’s ‘Little Flower’

Whether a sainthood cause will be opened for G.K. Chesterton is uncertain, but for a Catholic priest investigating the life of the much-beloved British journalist, philosopher and humorist, the effort already has been a memorable journey.

Pope offers prayers for victims of earthquake in China

As Chinese authorities raised the official death toll from an Aug. 3 earthquake in the southern Yunnan province, Pope Francis offered public prayers for the victims and their families.

Talks promote cause of Matt Talbot, model for those in addiction recovery

The Philadelphia units of the Calix Society, a support group for Catholics in recovery, sponsors the visit of Father Brian Lawless from Ireland on Aug. 5-7 at several locations in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Pope urges young people to use their freedom to share love, faith

Meeting 50,000 altar servers, Pope Francis urged young Catholics to make careful use of their freedom, treasure their dignity as sons and daughters of God and make time to pray each day.