Bishop Thomas McMahon, Campaigner for Peace, Dies at 88
The Right Rev Thomas McMahon, Bishop of Brentwood for 38 years and a tireless campaigner for nuclear disarmament and social justice, has died aged 88. Read about his remarkable legacy.
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Priest resigns after woman alleges sex-for-money from 17
Heather Jones, 33, speaks out after priest Robert Sullivan's resignation. She alleges a relationship began when she was 17. 'There is no real winner,' she says.
Pope Leo Calls for Peace in Lebanon Speech
Pope Leo XIV addresses Lebanese leaders, urging peace as highest priority. Read his powerful message about resilience and regional stability in our exclusive coverage.
Pope Leo XIV's Peace Plea in Beirut
Pope Leo XIV delivers a powerful speech in Beirut, urging Lebanon's leaders to prioritise peace amidst regional conflict and Israeli airstrikes. Read his urgent message.
Pope Leo XIV visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque
Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque, a key interfaith gesture on his first papal trip abroad. He will now travel to Lebanon. Read the latest on this historic visit.
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.
Alabama Priest Leaves Clergy After Woman's Allegations
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 Thanksgiving Pie in US Visit
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 begins Turkey visit with peace message
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.
Catholic Church Confronts Trump Administration Policies
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.
315 kidnapped in Nigeria school attack
Gunmen abducted 303 children and 12 teachers from St Mary's Catholic School in Nigeria. Authorities close all schools in Niger state as rescue operations continue.
Pope Leo XIV's Cultural Leadership in the Arts
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.
Pope Leo warns students against using AI for homework
Pope Leo tells 15,000 young Americans AI shouldn't replace homework. The first American pope warns against artificial intelligence misuse in education. Read his full message.
Pope Leo Criticises US Treatment of Immigrants
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.
Bishops Cleeve saves cobbler from Tesco Timpson plan
Residents of Bishops Cleeve rallied with a 1000-signature petition to block a Tesco Timpson store, saving a beloved local cobbler's business and protecting their high street.
Testimony: Justice for Magdalene Laundries Survivors
A devastating documentary exposes the brutal history of Ireland's Magdalene laundries and the ongoing fight for accountability. Discover the survivors' stories.
New Orleans $230m clergy abuse settlement trial starts
Federal bankruptcy judge to decide if $230m settlement for 650 clergy abuse survivors is fair. Three-week trial begins amid parish financial concerns.
Pope Leo Hosts Hollywood Stars at Vatican
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.
Catholic Bishops Condemn Trump Immigration Policy
In a rare political statement, US Catholic bishops have condemned the Trump administration's aggressive immigration enforcement, citing a 'climate of fear'. Read the full story and its implications.
Italian 'Mystic' Faces Fraud Trial Over Virgin Mary Statue
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.
US Catholic Bishops Elect Conservative Paul Coakley
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.
Vatican rejects 'Co-Redeemer' title for Virgin Mary
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.
Pope Leo condemns US migrant detention conditions
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.
The Lost Boys of Mercury: Church Abuse Documentary
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of abuse at Catholic schools in Scotland, challenging the Church's narrative of reconciliation.
Priest accused of kicking nurse in hospital dispute
A Catholic priest faces serious allegations after reportedly kicking a nurse in the groin during a confrontation over his attempted discharge from a London hospital. The shocking incident has raised concerns about healthcare worker safety.
Louisiana Diocese Bankrupt Over Abuse Claims
The Catholic Diocese of Lake Charles becomes the latest US diocese to seek bankruptcy protection, facing a flood of new sexual abuse lawsuits following Louisiana's expanded legal window for victims.
School uses Auschwitz gate replica in Halloween parade
A Catholic school in England has sparked widespread condemnation after pupils paraded with a replica of the infamous Auschwitz 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate during Halloween celebrations, drawing anger from Jewish community leaders and Holocaust educators.
New Orleans Catholic Church pays $100m abuse settlement
In a landmark legal breakthrough, over 60 survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy in New Orleans have reached a $100 million settlement, exposing decades of systematic cover-ups within the archdiocese.
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