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  1. News

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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 14, 2026

    Trump administration restores millions of Title X money to Planned Parenthood

    The Trump administration has restored millions of dollars in Title X grants to Planned Parenthood that it had been withholding since March of 2025. Key Takeaways: The Trump administration has restored millions of dollars in Title X funding to Planned …

    Trump administration restores millions of Title X money to Planned Parenthood
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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 14, 2026

    Desperate woman approved for death in Canada gets treatment in US

    A Canadian woman struggling with a rare parathyroid disease was approved for Medical Aid in dying (MAiD), which she applied for solely due to the inability to access the treatment she needs. Now, she has been able to receive that …

    Desperate woman approved for death in Canada gets treatment in US
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 14, 2026

    Louisiana indicts California abortionist for abortion pill trafficking

    Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has announced that the state has indicted California abortionist Remy Coeytaux for trafficking illegal abortion pills into the state. Key Takeaways: California abortionist Remy Coeytaux allegedly mailed abortion pills to a Louisiana woman in October …

    Louisiana indicts California abortionist for abortion pill trafficking
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    Angeline Tan

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    Jan 13, 2026

    Kenya's Senate awaits public opinion on assisted reproductive technology bill

    Kenya’s Senate is seeking public opinion regarding the Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Bill, which recently passed the country's National Assembly. But the country requires a deeper moral reckoning regarding how to support families without treating children like technological …

    Kenya's Senate awaits public opinion on assisted reproductive technology bill
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    Carole Novielli

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    Jan 14, 2026

    Planned Parenthood abortion revenue estimated at over $200M annually

    Planned Parenthood has long been the most prolific abortion provider in the United States, with its most recent report showing more than 402,000 abortions committed in just one year — but it doesn't typically report how much money is …

    Planned Parenthood abortion revenue estimated at over $200M annually
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    Isabella Childs

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    Jan 13, 2026

    A decade after she was told she'd never give birth, she got a Christmas surprise

    A woman who was told she could never give birth received a surprise gift on Christmas — a baby boy — following a cryptic pregnancy.  "A little bit of shock" Melanie Smith and her husband, Donovan O’Dell, welcomed their first child …

    A decade after she was told she'd never give birth, she got a Christmas surprise
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    Mark Wiltz

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    Jan 12, 2026

    Senate committee to examine risks of chemical abortion drugs

    This Wednesday, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee will hold a hearing titled, Protecting Women: Exposing the Dangers of Chemical Abortion Drugs. The session will focus on the growing reliance on the abortion pill regimen in the …

    Senate committee to examine risks of chemical abortion drugs
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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 13, 2026

    Mamdani appoints former Planned Parenthood attorney to lead Human Rights Commission

    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed a former Planned Parenthood attorney as the chair of the city's Commission on Human Rights (CCHR). Key Takeaways: Mamdani appointed former Planned Parenthood attorney Christine Clarke as the head of the …

    Mamdani appoints former Planned Parenthood attorney to lead Human Rights Commission
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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 14, 2026

    Without the Hyde Amendment, ACA plans will allow taxpayer-funded abortion

    Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives advanced a three-year extension of the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, but it did not include the Hyde Amendment, a rider that prevents federal funds from paying for most …

    Without the Hyde Amendment, ACA plans will allow taxpayer-funded abortion
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 13, 2026

    Texas AG declares success as San Antonio shuts down abortion travel fund

    Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has declared 'victory' in his lawsuit against the city of San Antonio, which halted its abortion travel fund after the state passed a law making such funds illegal. Key Takeaways: AG Paxton had sued the …

    Texas AG declares success as San Antonio shuts down abortion travel fund
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    Angeline Tan

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    Jan 14, 2026

    Jersey health leaders say evaluating requests to die may prove impossible

    As lawmakers on the island of Jersey lean toward legalizing assisted suicide, concerns have been raised about whether the island has the capacity or resources to protect its most vulnerable.  Some Jersey health leaders say present staff shortages could make …

    Jersey health leaders say evaluating requests to die may prove impossible
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    Angeline Tan

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    Jan 13, 2026

    Thai political parties suggest pro-family policies to address birth rate crisis

    Thailand's political leaders are introducing introducing pro-family measures in an attempt to address a dismal fertility rate, which was 1.46 children per woman in 2023 — well below the 2.1 replacement level critical for national survival. Key …

    Thai political parties suggest pro-family policies to address birth rate crisis
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 12, 2026

    Appeals court overturns part of ruling on Ohio's 'heartbeat law'

    The First District Court of Appeals ruled on Thursday that when an Ohio judge blocked the state's "heartbeat law," he erred in blocking portions of the law that had not been challenged in a lawsuit. The court's ruling …

    Appeals court overturns part of ruling on Ohio's 'heartbeat law'
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 12, 2026

    Pope Leo XIV calls for pro-life policies and 'protection of every unborn child'

    Pope Leo XIV gave his first annual address to the Vatican diplomatic corps on January 9, 2026, in a speech during which he strongly condemned abortion, euthanasia, and surrogacy, while advocating for family life. Key Takeaways: Pope Leo XIV gave …

    Pope Leo XIV calls for pro-life policies and 'protection of every unborn child'
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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 13, 2026

    Chinese woman pregnant by IVF at 62 with baby she says is 'return' of deceased son

    A 62-year-old woman in China is pregnant through in vitro fertilization (IVF) — a decision she made after her son died of unspecified causes. Her plight to 'replace' her son is a foreshadowing of the dystopian world that is …

    Chinese woman pregnant by IVF at 62 with baby she says is 'return' of deceased son
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 12, 2026

    Man sentenced to prison for selling assisted suicide drugs

    A UK man has been sentenced to prison for selling assisted suicide drugs online, resulting in the deaths of two people. Key Takeaways: Miles Cross was sentenced to 14 years in prison for selling lethal drugs online. At least two …

    Man sentenced to prison for selling assisted suicide drugs
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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 12, 2026

    Calls to pregnancy support helpline broke records in 2025

    The pro-life organization Heartbeat International announced that a record-breaking 1.3 million calls came in to its pregnancy support helpline, Option Line, in 2025. Key Takeaways: Heartbeat International's Option Line surpassed more than 1.3 million calls …

    Calls to pregnancy support helpline broke records in 2025
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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 11, 2026

    Report encourages marriage and parenthood to reverse 'America's family crisis'

    A new report from the Heritage Foundation has called for Americans to embrace marriage and parenthood, protect children from negative and addictive technology, and spurn hookup/porn culture. Key Takeaways: The Heritage Foundation has released the first in a series …

    Report encourages marriage and parenthood to reverse 'America's family crisis'
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    Angeline Tan

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    Jan 11, 2026

    Whatever the outcome of the UK’s assisted dying bill, more attacks on life will follow

    The United Kingdom’s House of Lords acquiesced to the demands of assisted dying campaigners by requiring more parliamentary time in the Lords to debate the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, as worries mount that the bill will …

    Whatever the outcome of the UK’s assisted dying bill, more attacks on life will follow
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    Lisa Bast

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    Jan 12, 2026

    Adults helped arrange and hide her abortion, leading to 22 years of self-hatred

    Sadie Olson grew up as a child of divorce, estranged from her father from the time she was 12, due to his explosive temper. This led to her searching for love, which opened the door to sexual exploitation — and later …

    Adults helped arrange and hide her abortion, leading to 22 years of self-hatred
  21. Press

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    Jan 9, 2026

    Live Action Slams House Passage of ACA Subsidies Without Hyde Protections

    For Immediate Release January 9, 2026                                                           Noah Brandt VP, Communications media@liveaction.org Live Action Slams House Passage of ACA Subsidies Without Hyde Protections Demands Senate Block Taxpayer-Funded Abortion Washington, D.C. – Today, Live Action, one of the nation …

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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 11, 2026

    Actor Dax Shepard offered to pay for pre-teen daughter to freeze her eggs at 18

    On a recent episode of his "Armchair Expert" podcast, actor Dax Shepard said he recently offered to pay for his 11-year-old daughter to have her eggs frozen when she turns 18. Key Takeaways: Actors Dax Shepard and Kristen …

    Actor Dax Shepard offered to pay for pre-teen daughter to freeze her eggs at 18
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    Mark Lee Dickson

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    Jan 9, 2026

    City of Matador in Texas becomes 92nd ‘Sanctuary City for the Unborn’ in US

    Disclaimer: Opinions expressed in this guest post are solely those of the author. On Thursday, January 9, the city council of Matador, Texas (pop. 570), passed an “Ordinance Outlawing Abortion, declaring Matador a Sanctuary City for the Unborn” in a …

    City of Matador in Texas becomes 92nd ‘Sanctuary City for the Unborn’ in US
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 11, 2026

    Mayday Health files countersuit against South Dakota over abortion pill ads

    Mayday Health, the organization behind an abortion pill ad campaign in South Dakota, has responded to Attorney General Marty Jackley's lawsuit against it by filing a countersuit against the state, alleging that it has a constitutional right to promote …

    Mayday Health files countersuit against South Dakota over abortion pill ads
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    Lisa Bast

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    Jan 10, 2026

    Living with the guilt of an aborted child changed the direction of Jeff's life

    Jeff Joaquin was headed off to play college football with dreams of a future with the NFL when a phone call from his girlfriend changed everything. An Attempt to Avoid Shame Only Created More Joaquin's girlfriend told him she …

    Living with the guilt of an aborted child changed the direction of Jeff's life
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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 10, 2026

    Mother claims Canadian euthanasia practitioner killed her mentally ill son

    A mother in Canada has shared that her son, who struggled with mental illness for years, was killed through euthanasia by Ellen Wiebe. Key Takeaways: Margaret Marsilla said her son, Kiano Vafaeian, had been denied euthanasia in Ontario four years …

    Mother claims Canadian euthanasia practitioner killed her mentally ill son
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    Isabella Childs

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    Jan 9, 2026

    Saving babies’ lives mid-air: NICU transport nurse describes day on the job

    One NICU nurse has taken to the skies as she cares for some of the smallest, most vulnerable patients. Key Takeaways: Veteran NICU nurse Janice Berry has been caring for NICU patients transported by air to Children's National Hospital …

    Saving babies’ lives mid-air: NICU transport nurse describes day on the job
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    Michael J. New

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    Jan 9, 2026

    Congressional Republicans must strengthen, not weaken, Hyde protections

    (National Review) The extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies has become a very salient policy issue in the new year. At a Tuesday policy retreat at the Kennedy Center, President Trump told House Republicans that they need to be …

    Congressional Republicans must strengthen, not weaken, Hyde protections
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 9, 2026

    Court dismisses Satanic Temple lawsuit against Indiana pro-life law

    A federal appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit from the Satanic Temple challenging Indiana's law that protects most preborn children from abortion. Key Takeaways: The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals has unanimously dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Satanic …

    Court dismisses Satanic Temple lawsuit against Indiana pro-life law
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 9, 2026

    March for Life 2026 theme reminds us 'Life is a Gift'

    The March for Life has announced the theme "Life is a Gift" for its 53rd annual National March for Life, set to take place on Friday, January 23 in Washington, D.C. Key Takeaways: The March for Life will take …

    March for Life 2026 theme reminds us 'Life is a Gift'
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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 10, 2026

    While Planned Parenthood did most Minnesota abortions, three docs killed 1,000+ each

    According to a new report, three physicians in Minnesota each committed more than 1,000 abortions in 2024, working out to more than four abortions per weekday, and over 80 a month. In addition, the majority of abortions committed in …

    While Planned Parenthood did most Minnesota abortions, three docs killed 1,000+ each
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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 8, 2026

    Hundreds of Russian villages disappear as birth rate plummets

    According to Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service, hundreds of Russian villages have disappeared over the last year, as the population in Russia continues to shrink. Key Takeaways: At least 266 settlements and villages have disappeared over the last year in …

    Hundreds of Russian villages disappear as birth rate plummets
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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 9, 2026

    Abortions in New Jersey have risen since fall of Roe

    Since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022, the number of abortions committed in New Jersey has steadily climbed, echoing nationwide trends. Key Takeaways: In 2022, Roe v. Wade was officially overturned in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health …

    Abortions in New Jersey have risen since fall of Roe
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 8, 2026

    Colorado to pay $6M after 'abortion pill reversal' law overturned

    A federal court has ordered the state of Colorado to pay $5.4 million in legal fees to the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, with an additional $700,000 to nurse Chelsea Mynyk as a settlement in a case in …

    Colorado to pay $6M after 'abortion pill reversal' law overturned
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 8, 2026

    Missouri's Prison Nursery Program 'changes lives' of moms and their babies

    Months after the Missouri Department of Corrections opened its Prison Nursery Program, officials have announced a "baby boom," with more than 15 moms and 16 babies (including one set of twins) benefiting from the program. Key Takeaways: 16 new babies …

    Missouri's Prison Nursery Program 'changes lives' of moms and their babies
  36. News

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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 10, 2026

    New study busts long-held myths about human embryo development

    A new study from Caltech, published in the December 3 issue of the journal Cell, revealed a specialized asymmetry between the two cells of fertilized human beings in their earliest stages of development, disproving the previous assumption that the cells …

    New study busts long-held myths about human embryo development
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    Angeline Tan

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    Jan 8, 2026

    'New era': Group says deaths poised to exceed births in UK in 2026

    The United Kingdom (UK) has entered a demographic crossroads in 2026, according to one UK think-tank, in which deaths are poised to exceed births. Key Takeaways: A UK think-tank believes 2026 could be the start of a trend …

    'New era': Group says deaths poised to exceed births in UK in 2026
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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 8, 2026

    Staff complaints continue at another Planned Parenthood affiliate

    According to a report from MPR News, the latest Planned Parenthood affiliate to wrangle with significant "internal strain" is Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS), as staff have filed seven complaints about management in the last two years. Key Takeaways …

    Staff complaints continue at another Planned Parenthood affiliate
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    Angeline Tan

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    Jan 7, 2026

    Surrogacy's dehumanizing effects can't be undone by laws regulating it

    Babytree Surrogacy Agency's recent declarations about its “comprehensive compliance” with California laws and “full-service support” for surrogate mothers (depicting surrogacy as a regulated and compassionate means to parenthood) only serve to whitewash a dehumanizing industry that treats women …

    Surrogacy's dehumanizing effects can't be undone by laws regulating it
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    Nancy Flanders

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    Jan 7, 2026

    Decades after banning the death penalty, Canada kills inmates by 'assisted suicide'

    According to new reports, Canada is allowing prisoners to end their lives through assisted suicide despite having banned capital punishment decades ago. Key Takeaways: Canada fully banned capital punishment — the death penalty — in 1998. Medical Assistance in Dying was approved …

    Decades after banning the death penalty, Canada kills inmates by 'assisted suicide'
  41. News

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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 7, 2026

    Wyoming Supreme Court says 'ending fetal life' is women's 'healthcare'

    The Wyoming Supreme Court has struck down the state's law protecting virtually all preborn children from abortion, as well as a law banning abortion pills. Key Takeaways: In 2023, after Roe v. Wade was overturned, Wyoming passed laws protecting …

    Wyoming Supreme Court says 'ending fetal life' is women's 'healthcare'
  42. News

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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 7, 2026

    Australian woman donates organs after self-administering deadly suicide drugs

    A 55-year-old woman with a motor neuron disease had her organs harvested after self-administering assisted suicide drugs. Key Takeaways: Karen Duncan was diagnosed with a motor neuron disease (MND) in 2024. She chose to undergo assisted suicide …

    Australian woman donates organs after self-administering deadly suicide drugs
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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 7, 2026

    Scotland's Catholic bishops speak out against 'buffer zone' law

    The Catholic Bishops of Scotland issued a statement on January 6 denouncing the country's "buffer zone" law, which limits free speech and prayer outside abortion facilities. In their letter, the bishops say it is "a law the Church believes …

    Scotland's Catholic bishops speak out against 'buffer zone' law
  44. Page

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    Jan 6, 2026

    Lawmakers Summit

    The 5th Annual Lawmakers Summit seeks to end abortion in the U.S. by gathering like-minded influencers and equipping them with the tools to protect every child and make the United States the best place in the world to …

  45. News

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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 7, 2026

    First baby surrendered in Safe Haven Baby Box in Texas

    An infant has been safely surrendered in the Safe Haven Baby Box in Lubbock, Texas, marking the first time such a box has been used for an infant surrender in the state. Key Takeaways: A baby was surrendered in a …

    First baby surrendered in Safe Haven Baby Box in Texas
  46. News

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    Melina Nicole

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    Jan 6, 2026

    She chose life for her children, no matter what the future might hold

    (Unplanned Stories) At 19 years old, just after her parents separated, Shatoya found herself unexpectedly pregnant. Her mother had no income, and Shatoya helped care for her younger siblings while juggling college and a job. She spent most nights …

    She chose life for her children, no matter what the future might hold
  47. News

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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 6, 2026

    Nepal gender gap widens as sex-selective abortions continue to flourish

    Experts are calling for authorities to take action as illegal sex-selective abortions continue to take place, widening the gender gap in Nepal. Key Takeaways: Abortion was made a constitutional "right" in Nepal in 2009, and given further protection in …

    Nepal gender gap widens as sex-selective abortions continue to flourish
  48. News

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    Cassy Cooke

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    Jan 6, 2026

    Great-grandmother charged with attempted murder of disabled teen

    A 69-year-old Florida woman has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after trying to kill her disabled great-granddaughter, claiming she was too much of a burden. Key Takeaways: When family found a suicide note in Deborah …

    Great-grandmother charged with attempted murder of disabled teen
  49. News

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    Bridget Sielicki

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    Jan 6, 2026

    Utah asks court to reinstate law protecting preborn children from abortion

    Attorneys for the state of Utah have filed a motion for summary judgment asking for the dismissal of a Utah Supreme Court ruling that placed a preliminary injunction on the state's law protecting most preborn children from abortion. Planned …

    Utah asks court to reinstate law protecting preborn children from abortion
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    Carole Novielli

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    Jan 8, 2026

    STAGGERING: Abortion killed 10M more humans in 2025 than all other causes

    While society continues to portray abortion as a woman's "choice" and "right," every abortion kills at least one human being — and humans killed by abortion outnumbered deaths by all other causes worldwide in 2025 by more than 10 million …

     STAGGERING: Abortion killed 10M more humans in 2025 than all other causes