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.
Category : Search result: historic church renovation
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.
Barbican Centre gets £451m overhaul for accessibility
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.
Fantasy House Hunt: UK Homes with Exposed Beams
Explore five unique UK properties for sale, from a converted windmill to a rose-coloured cottage, all featuring beautiful exposed beams. Discover their history and charm.
£500k Historic Army Sketches Destroyed in Van Fire
A collection of 1,700 irreplaceable military drawings, valued at £500,000, was lost after a van was stolen in Livingston and set ablaze. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Woman in hospital after Dagenham road crash
A woman has been taken to a major trauma centre following a crash at the junction of Church Street and Siviter Way in Dagenham. Emergency services were called just after 10.45am on Tuesday, December 2.
Forgotten WWII Pillbox Hidden at London Underground Station
Discover the WWII pillbox at Putney Bridge Station, a concrete relic from 1940 built as a last line of defence against German invasion. Learn its history and how to spot it today.
Martin Kemp's Lavish Home Transformation Revealed
Explore Martin and Shirlie Kemp's stunning home renovation journey, featuring a converted pig shed and dream kitchen. Discover their property transformation story before I'm A Celebrity.
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.
Couple's business sale funds £1.16m Essex barn home
Discover how Leekim Stewart and her husband sold their business to buy a stunning £1,160,000 converted barn in Maldon, Essex. Explore their property journey and unique interior style blending maximalist and minimalist designs.
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.
Lukas Frank's Storefront Church Earns Rave Reviews
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.
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.
Croydon Minster's historic grounds set for revamp
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.
Empire State Building: A Timeless NYC Experience
Discover why the historic Empire State Building, a Wonder of the Modern World, is an unmissable experience for any visitor to New York City, offering tradition and breathtaking views.
Borough Market: London's Historic Food Paradise
Discover Borough Market, London's historic 18th-century food haven. Explore artisan producers, global street food, and must-try spots like The Black Pig. Plan your visit today!
Four arrested in £76m Louvre jewel heist
Four more suspects detained over the £76 million Louvre museum jewel robbery. The brazen daytime theft saw royal tiaras and necklaces stolen. Read the latest on the investigation.
Discover London's historic pubs from 1520 onwards
Explore London's oldest pubs from Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese to The Prospect of Whitby. Discover their fascinating stories, famous patrons like Charles Dickens, and centuries of history.
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.
Tourists tear down ancient castle wall for photos
Tourists destroyed a 500-year-old wall at Ardvreck Castle to avoid wet feet for Instagram pictures. Historic Assynt condemns the vandalism on Scotland's NC500 route. Help protect our heritage.
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.
Lost London revealed in historic photo collection
Discover London's vanished past through 300+ historic photographs in new book 'Panoramas of Lost London', featuring never-before-seen images of the capital's dramatic transformation.
First Treasures Recovered from San José Shipwreck
Colombian scientists retrieve the first artefacts from the legendary San José galleon, the 'holy grail of shipwrecks'. Discover the historic find and its implications.
Ford Blocked CIA Assassination Report - Documents
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 in Ten Commandments Legal Clash
Texas schools face constitutional crisis as federal and state courts clash over mandatory Ten Commandments displays in classrooms. Discover the legal battle unfolding.
Hornsey Town Hall restored after six-year project
North London's Grade II listed Art Deco gem, Hornsey Town Hall, reopens following a monumental six-year restoration, removed from the Heritage at Risk register. Discover the revived cultural hub.
Three pensioners arrested in Bradford care home probe
Two men and a woman in their 80s arrested over historic child sexual abuse at two Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. You will be listened to and believed.
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.
Page 1 of 3