EWTN NEWS NIGHTLY

The deadly US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 is back in the news. A new report says that inflation in the United States moved slightly higher last month. And, Pope Francis' final apostolic journey this year will be next Sunday to Corsica, a small French island in the Mediterranean Sea.

It's hard to tell what's on the horizon for Syria and there are concerns about Christians there. President-elect Donald Trump ran on a promise to secure the borders, calling for the largest deportation in American history. And there is renewed attention to a bill that shields children from the dangers of social media.

The US military continues attacking ISIS targets in Syria as the world reacts to the sudden and historic ousting of Assad. Notre Dame Cathedral reopened its doors for worship 5 years after a fire left it in ruins. And, Netflix has released a controversial movie on the life of the Blessed Virgin named "Mary".

The fate of Pete Hegseth to be Defense Secretary remains uncertain. The highly anticipated reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral is set for Saturday in Paris. The Nicaraguan dictatorship has kidnapped and expelled yet another priest. And on Saturday, 21 men from around the world will become cardinals.

Lawmakers investigating the attempted killings of Donald Trump this past summer held a hearing on Capitol Hill. French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation today after a historic no-confidence vote. And the Supreme Court heard arguments in a case on gender-affirming care for minors.

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a landmark case concerning gender-affirming care for minors. Secretary of State Antony Blinken reaffirmed US support for Ukraine in its ongoing battle with Russia. And, Congress returns this week with a packed to-do list before it wraps up the session.

Martial law was declared then lifted in South Korea. Talks aimed at reducing plastic pollution have been suspended until next year after negotiators in Busan failed to reach a deal. And, on Saturday, the nativity scene that will be on display in St. Peter's Square, will be inaugurated.

President Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden. Church leaders in the UK are expressing disappointment at a bill in favor of assisted suicide. And at the English College in Rome, Martyrs' Day is celebrated today to commemorate those who gave their lives during the Protestant Reformation.

Students at a Catholic boarding school celebrate Thanksgiving by following St. Martin's example. The holidays, though exciting, can be stressful for many. How to navigate these stresses. And a look at the lessons in resilience & of thanksgiving from the saints.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he supports a proposed ceasefire deal with Hezbollah. The month of November is Black Catholic History Month. And the White House has officially welcomed its 18-foot tall Christmas tree from a North Carolina farm.

Two major cases against Donald Trump have been dismissed. Trump completed his cabinet picks, naming the key people he wants to join his administration. And on Christ the King Sunday, Pope Francis urged young Catholics to reject superficial acclaim and instead embrace authentic Christian life.

Donald Trump nominated Pam Bondi for attorney general mere hours after Matt Gaetz withdrew his name. The ICC issued an arrest warrant for the Israeli Prime Minister. And this weekend, the Church marks Christ the King Sunday, the final weekend before the start of Advent.

Former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as Donald Trump's pick for attorney general. If you're looking for a movie to watch with family this Thanksgiving, keep an eye out for Grace by Night. And a new art exhibit is making headlines across the globe.

The Vatican weighed in on the war in Ukraine, acknowledging 1,000 days since the war began. In Hong Kong, for the first time, Jimmy Lai has taken the stand in his trial. And, Pope Francis revealed the canonization of 2 young soon-to-be-saints, Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati, during the Jubilee year.

In Hong Kong, a crushing blow was dealt to the pro-democracy movement as dozens were sentenced to prison. Florida has now sued FEMA after workers were instructed to avoid homes with Trump signs during hurricane relief efforts. And Quinceañera: Created for God launched earlier this month in Denver.