Small market town in the Pyrenees foothills, Occitanie
A Vatican canonical trial into Rev. Marko Rupnik remains ongoing after a blog report suggested an acquittal; the Vatican says the report is unfounded and judges are examining documents from dioceses, the Jesuits, and others. Victims’ lawyers criticize secrecy while awaiting status updates.
Public mourners gathered at Buckfast Abbey for Ann Widdecombe’s private requiem, following her death on 8 July at 78 after a fatal assault. The service featured tributes from family, political figures and clergy. A public memorial is planned later this year, with donations split between Leprosy Mission and Abound India.