Pope to Visit Australia 2028, Jimmy Lai's Daughter Speaks Out, Vatican Sends Aid to Ukraine, and More

Thanks for listening! Let us know what you think. God bless!Maggie Murray of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic news of the day for Feb. 10, 2026. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.Read the stories in this episode:Pope Leo XIV is expected to visit Australia in 2028 to preside over the International Eucharistic Congress, marking 100 years since the country first hosted the global Catholic gathering.Jimmy Lai’s daughter says faith is sustaining their family after the imprisoned Catholic media tycoon was sentenced to 20 years under Hong Kong’s national security law, while calling for a political solution rather than an appeal.Senior Catholic bishops are demanding President Donald Trump issue an unequivocal apology after a racist video targeting the Obamas appeared on his social media account and sparked widespread outrage.The Vatican has sent generators, food, and medicine to Ukraine to help civilians facing freezing temperatures and power outages as Pope Leo XIV continues efforts to support those suffering in the war.Church leaders say Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s newly approved beatification highlights a legacy rooted in a deep personal relationship with Christ that fueled his influential ministry and evangelization.