Tag: prisoners
Cuba to release 553 prisoners for Jubilee at pope’s request
Taking up the spirit of the recently inaugurated Holy Year 2025, the Cuban government has announced the release of 553 people currently serving prison sentences.
The two biggest problems facing prisons: overcrowding and suicide
The two major problems facing prisons at the moment are overcrowding and high suicide rates.
Pope Francis’ message of hope to women prisoners
Pope Francis visits women's prison in Venice to bring hope and compassion. Read more about how the women felt and their reaction to him.
Christ helped me avoid bitterness, Cardinal
In an exclusive and frank interview, Cardinal George Pell shares new details of his prison experience.
