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American Press
10-05-2025
- General
- American Press
Damen Wayne Landry
Damen Wayne Landry, 50, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, following a long and courageous battle with kidney disease. Damen was born on Jan. 28, 1975, to Paula Smythe and Darrell Wayne Landry. He was a proud graduate of Grand Lake High School in Grand Lake, La. A devoted Catholic Christian, Damen found great joy in his faith, his family, and the simple pleasures of life, especially fishing. Above all, his greatest joy and source of pride were his children. He is lovingly remembered by his children, Alex Andrepont, Amaya Cotton, Foster Landry, and Lincoln Landry; his parents, Paula Smythe and stepfather, Dr. Marck Smythe, and Darrell Wayne Landry and stepmother, Melanie Landry; his twin brother, Darren Paul Landry, and his younger brother, David Shane Landry and wife, Kelly. He is also survived by his step-sisters, Tara Olivier and husband, Bart, Lindsay Smythe-Doucet and husband, Adam, and Torrey Guidry and husband, Cody, as well as, numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Johnson Funeral Home, 4321 Lake Street, Lake Charles, LA 70605. Monsignor Gaddy will officiate. Visitation will take place prior to the service, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Inurnment will follow at 7:30 p.m. at Grand Lake Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the National Kidney Foundation in memory of Damen.
India.com
25-04-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Meet the only person in the world who can travel to any country without a visa, he is..., uses private plane called..., not Trump, British king
(AI image) Vatican City: Is there any person who can go to every country in the world without a visa or passport? Generally, in the world, the kings of Britain and Japan do not need to carry a passport to go anywhere. But there is one person who can travel anywhere in the world at any time without a visa and no country will stop him. This special right or privilege is granted to only one person in the world, who is the head of the world's smallest country and is also considered the leader of the Catholic Christian faith, that is, the Pope. The Pope is regarded as having the most unique and special status. Pope Francis has travelled to more than 50 countries where no visa was required. The Pope generally does not need a visa in most countries of the world. As the head of Vatican City, he is an internationally recognized diplomatic figure. He often holds a diplomatic passport or special status under which he can travel without a visa. The Pope holds a diplomatic passport from the Vatican, which allows him visa-free travel to most countries. When the Pope makes an official visit to a country, the host country usually grants him special exemptions. There may be formalities in some countries for special security or political reasons, but generally, visas are not required for the Pope. Wherever he goes, he is a state guest. The Pope is the head sovereign of Vatican City as well as the spiritual leader of 1.3 billion Catholics. His status is distinct from any other king or diplomat, as the Vatican is a religious and diplomatic entity that has full sovereignty under international law. When the Pope visits a country, he is granted the status of a state guest, under which visa and passport regulations do not apply. The Lateran Treaty (1929) between Italy and the Vatican granted the Vatican the status of an independent state, which provided the Pope with full diplomatic immunity. The Vienna Convention (1961) also recognizes the Pope's special status under international treaties. Countries like China and Russia have sometimes placed political conditions on papal visits, but technically visas are not required. The British monarchy does not have this privilege either. The British monarchy is one of the most prestigious diplomatic institutions in the world, but their status is not as special as that of the Pope. The Pope's status is both religious and diplomatic. The Pope is recognized as a religious leader in any country. The Pope has the facility to travel around the world. He does this using his private plane 'Shepherd One.' Although this is not a special or permanent aircraft, the plane that the Pope uses for international travel is referred to as Shepherd One. The name 'Shepherd One' is inspired by the Pope's role, as the Pope is considered the 'Shepherd of God's flock' in the Catholic Church. Shepherd One is usually provided by Alitalia (Italy's national airline) or the main airline of the host country. This aircraft is generally a Boeing 787, Airbus A330, or similar large, long-haul aircraft, specifically configured for the Pope's travels.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
As state braces for summer heat, CM calls for water vigilance
Bhopal: CM Mohan Yadav on Tuesday instructed his council of ministers to closely monitor the drinking water situation across the state, especially as summer temperatures continue to rise. Speaking before a Cabinet meeting, Yadav urged ministers to proactively ensure that no one should face difficulty accessing drinking water. He directed the ministers to coordinate with district administrations, review water arrangements, and issue necessary guidance. The CM also updated the cabinet on the state's wheat procurement progress. Since the state govt declared the procurement price at Rs 2,600 per quintal (Rs 2,425 support price + Rs 175 bonus), over 50.18 lakh metric tons of wheat have been procured from more than 5.5 lakh registered farmers. The govt has set a target of 60 lakh MT for this year, and the current pace indicates that the goal is likely to be achieved before the May 5 deadline. Rs 10,562 crore has already been transferred to farmers' accounts against wheat procurement. Yadav expressed confidence that MP would soon surpass even Punjab and Haryana in wheat procurement. He congratulated his cabinet colleagues on the successful relocation of two cheetahs in the Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary. He highlighted that for the first time in history, cheetahs have been successfully rehabilitated. The two male cheetahs, Prabhash and Pavak, have adapted well to the sanctuary's climate and environment. The relocation effort has earned national and international acclaim for the MP govt. Yadav reaffirmed the state's commitment to wildlife conservation and collaboration with the central govt for similar initiatives in the future. The chief minister expressed his condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, spiritual leader of the Catholic Christian community. He announced that the state will observe two days of state mourning on April 22 and 23 in respect to the departed Catholic supreme religious leader. Rs 12,000-cr telecom zone in Gwalior The is set to establish a Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) in Gwalior, with an estimated Rs 12,000 crore investment. CM Yadav announced the in-principle approval for the project, which is expected to generate over 5,000 jobs. The first phase will allocate 70 acres in Gwalior IT Park, followed by 300 acres in the SAADA area in the second phase. The initiative has already attracted interest from major investors and will receive full support from the Union ministry of telecommunications.
NDTV
22-04-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
"Deeply Saddening": Yogi Adityanath Condoles Demise Of Pope Francis
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed condolences on the demise of Pope Francis. An official statement from the Chief Minister's Office read, "The passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, the supreme spiritual leader of the Catholic Christian community, is deeply saddening and an irreparable loss to the spiritual world." "In this hour of grief, my condolences are with the global Catholic community. His Holiness Pope Francis will always be remembered for his compassion, humility, and noble spirit of service. I pray to the Almighty to grant the departed soul eternal peace and give strength to his grieving followers to bear this immense sorrow. Om Shanti!," it added. Meanwhile, the Government of India declared a three-day State Mourning as a mark of respect following Pope Francis's passing on Monday, according to an official notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Mourning will be observed across the country on April 22 and 23 and again on the day of the Pope's funeral. Pope Francis (88) died on Monday at his residence, Casa Santa Marta, in the Vatican. The Home Ministry stated: "Three-Day State Mourning as a mark of respect on the passing away of His Holiness Pope Francis, Supreme Pontiff of the Holy See." "His Holiness Pope Francis, Supreme Pontiff of the Holy See, passed away today, the 21st April, 2025. As a mark of respect, three-day State Mourning shall be observed throughout India, in the following manner: Two days' State Mourning on Tuesday, the 22nd April, 2025 and Wednesday, the 23rd April, 2025. One day's State Mourning on the day of the funeral," the statement added. As per the MHA, during the period of the State Mourning, the National Flag will be flown at Half Mast throughout India on all buildings where the National Flag is flown regularly, and there will be no official entertainment. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the Pope's death. He said Pope Francis' "affection for the people of India will always be cherished." "Deeply pained by the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. In this hour of grief and remembrance, my heartfelt condolences to the global Catholic community. Pope Francis will always be remembered as a beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage by millions across the world. From a young age, he devoted himself towards realising the ideals of Lord Christ. He diligently served the poor and downtrodden. For those who were suffering, he ignited a spirit of hope," PM Modi said on X. "I fondly recall my meetings with him and was greatly inspired by his commitment to inclusive and all-around development. His affection for the people of India will always be cherished. May his soul find eternal peace in God's embrace," the Prime Minister added. PM Modi had met Pope Francis during the G7 Summit in Apulia, Italy. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also mourned the Pope's passing and remembered him as a kind leader who worked to build a better world. "Saddened at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis," Jaishankar wrote on X. He also shared a group photo with the Pope and added, "His compassion and commitment to building a better world defined his papacy. May his soul rest in peace." Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He became a Catholic priest in 1969. After Pope Benedict XVI resigned on February 28, 2013, a papal conclave elected Cardinal Bergoglio as his successor on March 13, 2013, he chose the name Francis in honour of Saint Francis of Assisi. Following his death, the Vatican has declared a nine-day mourning period called "Novendiale," an old Roman tradition. After this period, the Cardinals will meet in a Conclave to elect the next Pope. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
UP CM Yogi Adityanath condoles death of Pope Francis
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday condoled the passing away of Pope Francis. "The passing of His Holiness Pope Francis , the supreme spiritual leader of the Catholic Christian community, is deeply saddening and an irreparable loss to the spiritual world. In this hour of grief, my condolences are with the global Catholic community," Adityanath said in a statement. "His Holiness Pope Francis will always be remembered for his compassion, humility and noble spirit of service. I pray to the Almighty to grant the departed soul eternal peace and give strength to his grieving followers to bear this immense sorrow. Om Shanti!" the chief minister said. Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for poor, passed away on Monday at the age of 88.
