Rebel Austrian nuns win stay in castle convent
Three octogenarian nuns who defied church orders to return to their Austrian convent have been granted a reprieve. Discover their inspiring story of faith and defiance.
Three octogenarian nuns who defied church orders to return to their Austrian convent have been granted a reprieve. Discover their inspiring story of faith and defiance.
Californian singer-songwriter Lukas Frank, aka Storefront Church, is winning critical praise for his cinematic baroque pop album 'Ink & Oil'. Discover his musical journey and new releases.
Robert Sullivan, an Alabama priest, has voluntarily left the priesthood after a woman alleged he provided financial support in exchange for 'private companionship' beginning when she was 17.
Pope Leo receives unexpected Thanksgiving pie gift during his inaugural US visit as Catholic leader. Watch the heartwarming moment that captured global attention.
Pope Leo has landed in Ankara for his first foreign trip since becoming pontiff, focusing on Ukraine peace efforts and Middle East tensions. Follow his three-day itinerary.
Croydon Minster's forecourt is undergoing a major regeneration, removing a notorious subway and creating a safer, greener public space. Discover the plans for this historic landmark.
Discover how state pensioners can receive up to £441 every four weeks through DWP's Attendance Allowance. Learn eligibility criteria and application tips for this tax-free benefit.
New research reveals three quarters of British parents permit mental health duvet days. Discover why experts say structured breaks benefit children's wellbeing.
Pope Leo XIV leads Catholic opposition against Trump's immigration crackdown and human rights record. Can the American pope tame the White House? Read analysis.
Pope Leo XIV emerges as an unexpected patron of culture, advocating for meaningful art over algorithmic content in a historic Vatican meeting with film industry leaders.
Newly released documents show President Gerald Ford tried to block the Church Committee's landmark report on CIA assassination plots. Read the full story about this historical cover-up.
Texas schools face constitutional crisis as federal and state courts clash over mandatory Ten Commandments displays in classrooms. Discover the legal battle unfolding.
Pope Leo backs US bishops condemning Trump-era immigration raids. The Pontiff calls for humane treatment and questions the 'pro-life' stance of such policies. Read his full statement.
A devastating documentary exposes the brutal history of Ireland's Magdalene laundries and the ongoing fight for accountability. Discover the survivors' stories.
Two long-lost organ compositions by Johann Sebastian Bach, unheard for three centuries, have been authenticated and performed in Leipzig. Discover the story behind this remarkable musical find.
Readers share their experiences with Westminster Abbey's strict clothing policies, from a child's woolly hat to a banned jumper. Discover the personal stories behind the rules and share your thoughts.
Tribute to Howel Jones, who served 17 years as Liberal Democrat leader while maintaining Methodist faith and Liverpool FC devotion. Read his remarkable life story.
Discover the forgotten story of HMT Lancastria, Britain's deadliest maritime disaster with over 4,000 lives lost. Learn how a London church keeps their memory alive. Read more.
Pope Leo invites Cate Blanchett, Spike Lee, and other cinema luminaries to the Vatican, aiming to deepen the Church's dialogue with film and enhance his global profile.
Switzerland's Women's Super League enjoys a major attendance boost following a successful home Euros, with clubs innovating to build a lasting legacy for women's football.
A North London primary school is tackling persistent pupil absence by offering parents awareness courses instead of fines. Discover how this empathetic approach is improving attendance.
Gisella Cardia, a self-proclaimed mystic, is set for trial over claims a Virgin Mary statue wept blood, allegedly defrauding pilgrims of €365,000. Discover the full story.
The government will use AI to set individual attendance targets for all schools as persistent absence remains significantly above pre-pandemic levels. Education unions criticise the approach as 'wrong way to go'.
The government issues AI-generated pupil attendance targets to all schools in England. Unions criticise the move as adding pressure without solving root causes of absence.
American Catholic bishops choose Archbishop Paul Coakley, a conservative culture warrior, as their new president during Trump's second term, while maintaining support for migrant rights.
The Catholic Church has formally clarified that Mary cannot be called 'Co-Redeemer', shutting down a long-running theological debate about the Virgin Mary's role in salvation.
In a powerful Vatican statement, Pope Leo has denounced the 'deplorable' conditions faced by detained migrants in US ICE facilities, demanding immediate action on religious rights violations.
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of abuse at Catholic schools in Scotland, challenging the Church's narrative of reconciliation.
A construction worker has died after being trapped for nearly half a day beneath the rubble of a collapsed 14th-century bell tower at St Mary's Church in Kent during restoration work.
Discover how hundreds of thousands of pensioners could be missing out on vital financial support worth up to £4,800 annually. Learn eligibility criteria and how to claim this underclaimed benefit.