EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 3, 2026

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 3, 2026

Author: EWTN August 4, 2026 Duration: 24:36
We explore the controversial Vatican-China agreement on bishops. Meanwhile, hundreds of Armenian Catholics unite in Lebanon as "One Heart in Christ." And, we learn why so many young adults are going "no contact" with family.

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Duration: 24:35
Pope Leo will become the third pontiff to visit San Marino, the world's oldest republic. Meanwhile, a new film, American Martyr, tells the story of Oklahoma priest and martyr Blessed Stanley Rother. And, Catholic Communi…
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 20, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:38
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EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 19, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:02
Cardinal Pizzaballa reassures Christians in the West Bank as tensions rise. Meanwhile, Pope Leo highlights the power of sacred music in the Mass. And, a new HHS report raises alarming questions about care for kids with g…
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 18, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:10
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EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 14, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:41
Today marks the Feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe, a heroic martyr who gave his life for a prisoner at Auschwitz. Meanwhile, the Church prepares to celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on August 15. EWTN will…
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 13, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:17
A baby was born after a surrogate refused the biological parents' request for an abortion. Meanwhile, the WNBA is being forced to answer what it means to be a woman after ex-NBA players declare for the draft. And, doctor…
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 12, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:44
A Vatican Observatory scholar explains Europe's August 12 solar eclipse. Meanwhile, American farmers help feed millions facing hunger in Kenya. And, at Wednesday's General Audience, Pope Leo explains how the liturgical y…
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 11, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:05
The Church celebrates the Feast of St. Clare of Assisi. Meanwhile, Pope Leo prays for victims of the Colombia earthquake as rescue efforts continue. And, a Catholic counselor shares the first step toward healing a broken…
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 10, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:04
The Chicago White Sox honor Pope Leo XIV with a special "Pope Hat" giveaway. Meanwhile, an Archdiocese in Colombia calls for prayers after a devastating earthquake. And, Pope Leo reflects on one of the most beloved stori…
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 7, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:16
Jonathan Roumie & the Chosen cast head to the wild in a new Bear Grylls survival series. Meanwhile, Pope Leo urges Catholics to pray the Liturgy of the Hours. And, a top Vatican official is set to visit Russia following…