RNS Morning Report - How anti-caste reformer BR Ambedkar left his legacy on modern Buddhism

Join Our Online Event: What to Watch as Cardinals Prepare to Choose the Next Pope On May 6, join RNS reporters and expert analysts for an in-depth look at the forces shaping the next papal election. Get behind-the-scenes insight into the conclave’s process—and what it could mean for the future of the Catholic Church and the world. Register now. Top Stories How anti-caste reformer BR Ambedkar left his legacy on modern Buddhism (RNS) — Many Buddhists today trace their social justice activism to the work of BR Ambedkar, the Indian caste abolitionist who once led a mass conversion of Dalits, or lower caste, to Buddhism.   With ‘Adopt a Cardinal,’ lay Catholics can feel more connected to the conclave (RNS) — The popular website, where people are randomly assigned a cardinal to pray for, has been revived for the 2025 conclave.   Shane Claiborne, four other faith activists arrested while protesting GOP budget bill WASHINGTON (RNS) — 'Stir the conscience of our nation. Let justice rise up on these very steps, let truth trouble the chambers of the Capitol,' Shane Claiborne said as he prayed.   Cardinals prepare to enter conclave with more ideas about their ideal pope than names VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Many of the cardinals said that the jury is still out as they are still getting to know one another and where each of them stands during the general congregations where they gather to discuss issues ahead of the conclave.   RNS Opinion 55 years later, we must remember Kent State to not repeat it (RNS) — State-sanctioned violence was used against our citizens 55 years ago. Could it happen again?   No time to turn back on clean energy (RNS) — There is broad public support for continuing bipartisan investments in the environment and green energy.   ICYMI Cardinals’ homilies before conclave speak volumes RNS — While some cardinals emphasized continuity with Pope Francis, others put the spotlight on tradition.   As the conclave nears, silence and a growing uncertainty reign VATICAN CITY (RNS) — ‘Right now, everything is secret,’ Madagascar Cardinal Désiré Tsarahazana said. ‘It’s the moment for prayers right now.’ In Other News Trump dismisses criticism of AI image of him as pope: ‘The Catholics loved it’ Francis’s popemobile to become a mobile clinic for children in Gaza   Depend on our reporting? Help us out! As a nonprofit newsroom that covers all faiths, RNS sits uniquely at the intersection of freedom of the press and freedom of religion. You can support this work! News tips or feedback? Email comments@religionnews.com Like the Morning Report? Share it with a friend Forwarded this newsletter? Subscribe here We rely on reader donations to power our reporting. Donate here. Or send a check to: Religion News Foundation PO Box 1808 Columbia, MO 65205