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Pope had a common touch, says Vatican expert who shared football joke with him
Pope Francis’s “common touch” and ability to connect easily with people is a huge loss to the Catholic Church, said an expert who recalled sharing a football joke with the pontiff.
Nun praises pope’s roles for women but hopes successor can make more progress
A Catholic nun and theologian has praised Pope Francis for placing women in decision-making positions within the Church but expressed her wish that his successor can go “further and faster” on the ...
Just small details – Christian Eriksen insists tiredness not behind Man Utd loss
Ruben Amorim’s Red Devils returned to action just 63 hours after Thursday’s Europa League quarter-final comeback win over Lyon.
Pope Francis has died aged 88, The Vatican confirms
Pope Francis has died aged 88, Vatican camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell has announced. The senior official said on Monday (April 21): “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce ...
Red Bull boss backs Max Verstappen to challenge ‘very rounded’ Oscar Piastri
Christian Horner knows Max Verstappen is up against a “very rounded” competitor in Oscar Piastri but is encouraged by Red Bull’s performance in Saudi Arabia. Verstappen started on pole but was handed ...
Garden expert shares £1 coin hack to help grass seeds grow
A garden expert has shared a £1 coin hack that can help you "provide a comforting environment" for grass seeds to germinate and grow.
Pope Francis has died, senior Vatican official announces
Pope Francis has died, Vatican camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell has announced. The senior official said on Monday: “At 7.35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the ...
China warns countries against making trade deals with US unfavourable to Beijing
Governments including those of Taiwan, Japan and South Korea have begun negotiations with Washington after Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs.
Lake District: Mountain Rescue team help stricken walker and dog
Keswick Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) were called out to two incidents on Good Friday, including a daring dog rescue.
MPs and peers call for Trump to be blocked from addressing Parliament
A number of MPs and peers have called for Donald Trump to be blocked from addressing Parliament when he visits the UK. The US president has suggested Buckingham Palace is “setting a date for September ...
Fraud expert issues warning to prevent spear phishing scams
A fraud expert has shared some advice to help Brits avoid falling victim to spear phishing scams - what they are and what to do if scammed.
Timothy Spall thought he ‘might not make it’ after leukaemia diagnosis
Actor Timothy Spall thought he “might not make it” after being diagnosed with leukaemia. The award-winning star, 68, who is known for playing Peter Pettigrew in the Harry Potter film series and ...