Portuguese Catholic priests caught up in scandal involving gay sex parties and plot to steal alms

A shocking scandal has hit the Roman Catholic Diocese of Porto, linking several priests to secret gay sex parties held inside parish houses and motels — and potentially tying one of those gatherings to a violent robbery of Easter collection money.
Bishop of Providence announces parish mergers amid financial woes

The Bishop of Providence in Rhode Island announced parish closures / mergers on Sunday, May 10th, across the diocese in response to financial woes.