The lavish BBC period drama Versailles, famed for its steamy plotlines and high production value, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Discover why critics call it 'the best show you probably never watched'.
A new BBC documentary on the papal conclave is branded far less thrilling than the Hollywood film that preceded it, revealing mundane details that zap the mystery from the ancient ritual.
Pope Leo XIV used his Christmas address to urge Vatican cardinals to abandon power struggles and build genuine friendship. Read his gentle critique of Curia culture.
Pope Leo XIV has summoned cardinals to Rome for a two-day meeting in January, marking the unofficial start of his own pontificate. Discover the agenda and significance.
Amid a challenging year, Guardian readers shared their favourite feelgood moments of 2025, from a new Pope's message to a viral raccoon raising funds for charity. Discover the stories that brought joy.
Pope Leo XIV summons cardinals for a two-day assembly in January to help govern the Church, marking a new phase in his pontificate. Discover the details and significance.
Pope Leo XIV appoints fellow Chicagoan Bishop Ronald Hicks as Archbishop of New York, succeeding Cardinal Timothy Dolan in a major US church shakeup. Discover the implications.
Pope Leo XIV appoints fellow Chicagoan Bishop Ronald Hicks to lead New York's archdiocese, succeeding Cardinal Dolan. The move signals a shift in US Catholic leadership.
Amid global strife, AP journalists captured 2025's most uplifting moments—from a pope's call to his brother to breaking Nobel news. Discover the stories that defined hope.
Supermodel Naomi Campbell, 55, ditched her signature heels for Nike trainers on a Mayfair night out. Discover her fashion choice and recent Vatican visit.
Pope Leo XIV has dissolved a controversial Holy See fundraising commission, established under Pope Francis. This move signals a push for greater financial transparency and accountability.
Pope Leo XIV shares his first thoughts after becoming Pontiff and outlines future travel plans, including a focus on interfaith dialogue in Africa. Read the full exclusive.
Pope Leo XIV addressed Lebanese leaders, calling peace a 'desire and a vocation'. He praised the nation's resilience. Read his powerful message for the Middle East.
Pope Leo XIV has declared a two-state solution the 'only solution' for Israel-Palestine justice. Read the latest on his diplomatic talks and hopes for peace.
Pope Leo XIV has reinforced the Vatican's stance, calling a two-state solution the only viable path to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Read his full statement.
Pope Leo XIV travels to Lebanon with a message of hope, aiming to support the Christian community and address the nation's crises. Read more about this historic visit.
Pope Leo XIV prays at an Armenian Apostolic cathedral in Istanbul, supporting Christian unity and Turkish-Armenian reconciliation efforts. Read the full analysis.
Pope Leo XIV heads to Beirut to offer hope to the Lebanese people after years of economic collapse, the port explosion, and regional conflict. His visit aims to bolster the Christian community.
Pope Leo XIV's travel plans are disrupted as a global Airbus A320 software update is mandated. A technician is flown to Istanbul to secure the papal plane, causing potential UK flight delays.
Pope Leo XIV made a historic visit to Istanbul's Blue Mosque, removing his shoes in respect but declining to pray. The Vatican later corrected a statement claiming he had prayed. Read the full story.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque on his inaugural foreign trip, continuing a tradition of interfaith dialogue. Read more on this historic gesture.
Pope Leo XIV receives an ecstatic welcome in Turkey, marking his first foreign trip. He will commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea before heading to Lebanon. Read the full story.
Pope Leo XIV receives an enthusiastic welcome in Turkey, marking a historic visit focused on Christian unity and commemorating the 1,700th anniversary of the Nicaean Creed. Read more about his peace mission.
Pope Leo XIV receives a rapturous welcome in Turkey, marking a key day focused on Christian unity and the 1,700th anniversary of the Nicaean Creed. Read the full story.
Pope Leo XIV embarks on historic first foreign trip to Turkey and Lebanon, continuing Pope Francis's peace mission while breaking language traditions.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, embarks on a historic six-day tour of Turkey and Lebanon, breaking tradition by using English and focusing on Christian unity and Middle East peace.
Pope Leo XIV begins his first foreign visit in Turkey, marking the 1,700th anniversary of Nicaea Council and strengthening interfaith dialogue. Read about this historic journey.
History's first American Pope, Leo XIV, embarks on his inaugural foreign trip to Turkey and Lebanon, focusing on Christian unity and Middle East peace. Discover the key moments.
Pope Leo XIV calls Thanksgiving a 'beautiful feast' while the Vatican issues a new decree reinforcing its stance against polygamy. Read the latest Vatican news.
Pope Leo XIV describes Thanksgiving as a 'beautiful feast' that unites believers and non-believers. Read his message of gratitude ahead of the US holiday.