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Now playing Next Vatican Pope says 'backward' US conservatives replaced faith with ideology Pope Francis condemned the "very strong, organised, reactionary attitude" in the US church and said Catholic doctrine allows for change over time. 28/08/2023
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Now playing Next Healthcare Malta votes to legalise abortion but new law branded a 'betrayal' Malta was the only EU state to have a total ban on abortions until now - but pro-choice groups have withdrawn support for the new legislation. 28/06/2023
Now playing Next Health news Fears of abortion pill shortage in France as US states stockpile drugs The US Supreme Court battle over abortion pills could have ripple effects well beyond the country’s borders, campaigners warn. 20/04/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Polish activist found guilty of aiding abortion says support growing Justyna Wydrzyńska, an abortion activist and doula, was found guilty by a Polish court of providing a woman in need with help during the COVID-19 pandemic, sparking concern among human and women's rights organisations. 27/03/2023
Now playing Next Malta Bishops in Malta warn politicians not to ease strict abortion laws The new proposed legislation would allow doctors to perform abortions when the pregnant person's life or health is at stake. 02/12/2022