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Pope Francis makes surprise visit to St Peter's Square for Palm Sunday
Pope Francis made another surprise visit to St Peter's Square at the end of the Palm Sunday Mass, one day after making an unannounced visit to the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome.
A still recovering pope makes surprise visit to Santa Maria Maggiore
On Saturday afternoon Pope Francis went to the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore to pray.
Smackdowns and salvation: Inside the church where wrestling is worship
At St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Shipley, UK, pro wrestling is performed at a monthly event to bring people closer to God. The initiative was founded by Gareth “Angel” Thompson, who overcame childhood trauma and homelessness.
Court in Japan revokes legal status of controversial ‘Moonies’ church
The country's education ministry requested the dissolution of the religious group for the harm it is alleged to have caused to its followers and their families.
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Pope Francis marks 12th anniversary in hospital with health improving
The latest medical bulletins from the Vatican on the 88-year-old's condition have said he is improving and is no longer in immediate danger of death.
Pope continues to recover from pneumonia after three weeks in hospital
Pope Francis continued his recovery from double pneumonia on Saturday as the Vatican machinery and Holy Year celebrations marched on without him.
Pope Francis resting after another 'quiet night,' the Vatican says
The Catholic Church pontiff continues active respiratory and motor physiotherapy, and his prognosis, according to Vatican sources, remains reserved. He has been hospitalised since 14 February.
Pope Francis resting after early stage kidney insufficiency detected
Doctors say Pope Francis is still in critical condition on the 10th day of his hospitalisation for a complex lung infection.
Pope Francis' health continues to improve, the Vatican says
In a statement, the Holy See said the pontiff's haemodynamic parameters are stable and that he is able to breathe independently.
Europe following US in cutting foreign aid, says Caritas
The cut to USAID by US President Donald Trump is being followed by other countries in Europe now also reducing foreign aid, according to an expert at Caritas Europe.
Sagrada Familia to proceed with expansion plans amid local protests
The Sagrada Familia's controversial plan to build a stairway, displacing 1,000 families and businesses, is facing fierce opposition from locals and legal challenges.
I spent the day at London's annual clown church service
On the first February of every year, clowns across the world gather in London to honour Grimaldi, the father of the profession. Amber Louise Bryce joined the jesters for the day.
Unlocking the sacred: What happens at the Holy Door for Jubilee 2025?
The Jubilee ceremony begins with Pope Francis opening the Holy Door at St Peter's Basilica. The ceremony includes prayers in Latin and Italian, symbolising forgiveness, as the Pope crosses the threshold to start the Holy Year.
Priest who allowed Sabrina Carpenter video shoot stripped of duties
"Please, please, please / Don't bring me to tears when I just... get investigated for mismanagement."
Monsignor Jamie Gigantiello has been relieved of his duties, following an investigation that was launched when he authorized pop star Sabrina Carpenter to film a music video inside his church.
Rome's Jubilee year mascot is an anime-inspired pilgrim
Created by Roman designer Simone Legno, the mascot represents a pilgrim inspired by Japanese comics in an attempt to appeal to young people.
Archbishop Welby resigns over mishandled sexual abuse allegations
Survivors of the abuse, particularly those targeted by John Smyth, a prominent figure who abused young men for decades, expressed relief at Welby's decision, seeing it as a step toward accountability.
Why does this French statue of a priest have an erection?
French artist's latest artwork depicts an erect Abbé Pierre - a statement on the church's omerta against sexual abuse.
Pope closes Synod but questions over women's role in the church remain
The synod’s final document leaves key issues on women’s roles unresolved, with calls for greater inclusion going unanswered.
Congregation: Es Devlin to unveil major new work in support of UNHCR
Bringing together portraits, animation, sound sequences and choral performances, the landmark installation at London’s St Mary le Strand Church will be unveiled on Thursday (3 October).
Stairway to tension: France and Italy dispute Spanish Step ownership
A row over whether France or Italy owns Rome's iconic Spanish Steps has caused controversy and reopened old wounds between the two countries as G7 Culture Ministers gather in Naples and Pompeii this weekend.