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Architect calls for Notre-Dame’s roof to be rebuilt of wood

January 11, 2020 casciatalbert

Paris, France, Jan 11, 2020 / 06:01 am (CNA).- A leading architect in France has urged that the roof of Notre-Dame de Paris be reconstructed out of wood, for the sake of the building's structural integrity. Eric Wirth of the Guild of French Architects, expressed at a French parliamentary hearing Jan. 8 that rebuilding the roof with concrete or metal would be a mistake. “We have to be sceptical of seemingly brilliant solutions” involving metal or concrete rafters he said, according to AFP. “The most modern and ecological material today…

Attention Deficit Disorder – What You Should Know About This Disorder

January 11, 2020March 10, 2020 Cascia Talbert

Attention Deficit Disorder – What You Should Know About This Disorder Attention deficit disorder can wreak havoc in your life if not treated quickly. This disorder is not a something that you need to be afraid of. It is treatable if you are willing to make some changes. The effects of this disorder can be devastating. Most people have been around a disorder that affected their life when they were younger and somehow they have had the courage to get help. This disorder is considered to be an incurable disease…

Bishops narrowly approve USCCB rate hike for 2021

January 10, 2020 casciatalbert

Washington D.C., Jan 10, 2020 / 07:43 am (CNA).- The bishops of the United States have narrowly approved an increase on the amount dioceses must contribute to the national bishops’ conference. The measure initially failed to pass when put to a vote during their November 2019 meeting and additional votes had to be collected by mail to ensure the measure passed. On the first day of their November meeting last year, the bishops voted in favor of a three percent rise in the amount each diocese in the country is required…

The Effects of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children

January 10, 2020March 10, 2020 Cascia Talbert

The Effects of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is considered to be one of the most common disorders among children in the world. Some children may not see the symptoms of the disorder until they become adults. They just continue the routines that they had been using since they were young. Sometimes, the effects of ADHD are still evident when the child is adults. It may not be the same symptom that the child was used to; this is because the symptoms of ADHD…

Trichotillomania – Its Signs and Symptoms

January 9, 2020February 19, 2020 casciatalbert

Trichotillomania – Its Signs and Symptoms Trichotillomania is the word for involuntary hair pulling. It is an acquired habit or compulsion that develops if your child has stress or anxiety. For young children, it could be brought on by frustration or humiliation, stress, illness, affection or friendship, or even boredom. If you have ever witnessed your child with this habit, you are very lucky. They are not permanently affected, which is good news for parents, especially since children’s emotional development is so fragile. Neurologists tend to see trichotillomania as an…

Lawsuit on disclosure of abuse claims allowed to proceed against Diocese of Pittsburgh

January 9, 2020January 20, 2020 casciatalbert

Pittsburgh, Pa., Jan 9, 2020 / 11:58 am (CNA).- A judge in Pennsylvania is allowing a lawsuit to move forward arguing that the Diocese of Pittsburgh has creating a public nuisance by failing to properly report and disclose information on sexual abuse of children. The lawsuit is filed by both abuse victims and parents of children in the Catholic Church. Their attorney, Benjamin Sweet, said the ruling is unprecedented in supporting a suit filed by individuals who are not alleging abuse against themselves or a family member. “This is the…

FBI interviewed Papal Foundation staff about McCarrick

January 8, 2020January 20, 2020 casciatalbert

Washington D.C., Jan 8, 2020 / 12:00 pm (CNA).- Law enforcement officials have conducted interviews with several senior figures at the Papal Foundation, a U.S. based charity which supports the charitable works of the Holy Father. Officers from the FBI have spoken to at least three foundation staff members over last several months, with enquiries focused on the role of Theodore McCarrick, who served as a board member until his removal from the College of Cardinals in 2018, following charges of sexual abuse of minors. Last year, McCarrick was laicized…

Iranian nuncio appeals for negotiation, not revenge

January 7, 2020January 20, 2020 casciatalbert

Tehran, Iran, Jan 7, 2020 / 11:25 am (CNA).- As tensions escalate between Iran and the United States following the killing of Qasem Soleimani, the pope’s diplomat in Tehran is appealing for dialogue. Archbishop Leo Boccardi has served as apostolic nuncio to Iran since 2013. Speaking to EWTN News from Tehran, Boccardi said he has been keeping the Vatican updated on the situation on the ground in Tehran with regular dispatches to the Secretariat of State. “I believe that the words of the Holy Father have been an invitation to…

Ideas, Formulas and Shortcuts for Cat Care

January 7, 2020January 20, 2020 casciatalbert

Good house cat care is essential in keeping your cat happy. Below are some tips that will help you care for your feline friend and avoid stressful situations. Cat Care Secrets Care should be taken to ensure your cat is as comfortable as possible. Taking care of your cat is simple, just make sure you build it in your everyday routines. Your cat should have easy access to food and water and a clean litter box. The litter box should be cleaned and scooped twice a day. Cats, like humans,…

I Can’t Do Everything

January 6, 2020March 15, 2021 Cascia Talbert

I can’t do everything but I can try. Stress seems to be an ongoing theme when I write a Talbert Zoo Story. It seems like it controls my life. Now that it is 2020, I need to try harder to prevent that. I always feel pressured to be the best at everything. I need to be the best sports mom and make sure Monkey is registered for wrestling tournaments every weekend. I need to be the best music mom and make sure Kitty and Parrot practice their instruments every single…