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Carlo Acutis, the London-born teenager dubbed the 'Millennial Saint', is set to be canonised in a monumental ceremony at St Peter's Square. Discover the inspiring story of the Kensington banker's son who became a global icon for young Catholics.

07/09/2025 07:28

In a landmark homily, Pope Francis has proposed a radical shift in Catholic doctrine, suggesting that those who do good—even without faith in God—may find a place in heaven, challenging centuries of traditional teaching.

07/09/2025 06:55

Carlo Acutis: Two Miracles Pave Way for Sainthood

The path to sainthood for Carlo Acutis, the millennial computer whiz, accelerates as the Vatican authenticates two miracles attributed to his intercession, including the healing of a student in Florence.

Pope Francis Announces Historic Resignation

In an unprecedented move, Pope Francis has announced his resignation, citing declining health. The decision sends shockwaves through the Vatican and the global Catholic community.

The inspiring story of Carlo Acutis, a London-born computer whiz who documented Eucharistic miracles and is on the path to sainthood, becoming a modern icon for young Catholics worldwide.

06/09/2025 21:14

Game Boy's 35-Year-Old Hidden Message Discovered

Gamers are only just discovering a clever hidden message buried within the original Game Boy's 'Link Cable' error screen, 35 years after the iconic handheld's release.

Pope Francis meets LGBTQ+ advocate in Vatican audience

In a significant move, Pope Francis held a private audience with prominent LGBTQ+ ministry leader Father James Martin at the Vatican, reinforcing his message of inclusivity and 'welcome for all' within the Catholic Church.

The Vatican officially recognises two extraordinary miracles attributed to Carlo Acutis, the 'God's Influencer', clearing his path to become the first millennial saint. Discover the incredible stories of healing that sealed his canonisation.

06/09/2025 07:17

Pope Francis is poised to canonise Carlo Acutis, a London-born Italian teenager who used his tech skills to spread Catholicism online, in a ceremony recognising modern sainthood.

06/09/2025 04:51

The 87-year-old Pontiff's scheduled activities were postponed as a precautionary measure, though Sunday's Angelus prayer is still expected to proceed.

05/09/2025 15:17

British teen could become first millennial saint after Vatican approval

Alexia González-Barros, a Spanish-born British teenager who died in 1985, moves closer to sainthood as the Vatican approves a second miracle attributed to her, sparking global devotion.

Carlo Acutis, an Italian computer enthusiast who died of leukaemia at 15, is on the path to sainthood after the Vatican recognises a second miracle. Dubbed 'God's Influencer', he will be the first saint from the millennial generation.

05/09/2025 07:55

Pope accepts Chicago bishop's resignation amid misconduct probe

In an unprecedented move, Pope Francis has personally accepted the resignation of a Chicago bishop amidst a misconduct probe, signalling a firm stance on church accountability.

Pope Francis sparks diplomatic row with Israel over Gaza remarks

The Vatican faces a major diplomatic crisis after Pope Francis' use of the word 'carnage' to describe the situation in Gaza prompted a furious summons of the Holy See's envoy by the Israeli government.

An 81-year-old British pensioner has spent over 50 years single-handedly excavating an incredible network of ornate caves and tunnels beneath his suburban garden, creating a hidden masterpiece that has stunned locals and authorities.

04/09/2025 09:26

Pope Francis Condemns 'Immoral' CEO Pay and Wealth Gap

In a powerful address to Italian business leaders, Pope Francis launched a fierce critique of modern capitalism, condemning the growing inequality between executives and their workers as a grave sin and a threat to social cohesion.

Pope Condemns Child Exploitation in Uganda

In a powerful address during his African tour, Pope Francis denounced the 'ugly darkness' of child exploitation in Uganda, urging society to protect its most vulnerable members.

In a powerful sermon, Pope Francis challenged the notion of an interventionist God, urging the faithful to embrace personal responsibility and active faith over passive prayer.

01/09/2025 18:11

Pope Francis meets LGBTQ+ advocate Fr James Martin at Vatican

Pope Francis held a landmark private audience with prominent LGBTQ+ advocate Father James Martin at the Vatican, signalling a significant pastoral shift in the Catholic Church's approach to the LGBTQ+ community.

Pope Francis Prays for Minnesota Shooting Victims

Pope Francis offers prayers and solidarity for the victims of a tragic mass shooting in Minnesota, calling for an end to gun violence and a culture of peace.

Pope Leo's Minnesota Visit Overshadowed by School Shooting

Pope Leo's historic visit to Minnesota was tragically interrupted by a devastating school shooting in Rochester. The Pontiff's immediate response and call for peace resonate amidst a national crisis.

Minnesota Catholic Population Surpasses Vatican City

In an unprecedented demographic shift, the US state of Minnesota now has a larger Catholic population than Vatican City itself, signalling a major change in the global faith landscape.

Bizarre Plan to Raise Titanic with Ping Pong Balls Revealed

Declassified documents expose a truly eccentric Cold War-era British plan to salvage the Titanic using millions of ping pong balls and industrial grease, a scheme once considered by the Royal Navy.

Couple find secret tunnel in 400-year-old pub's cellar

A couple's dream of owning a historic 17th-century English pub turned into a real-life mystery when they discovered a hidden, bricked-up tunnel beneath the cellar, sparking local legend and historical intrigue.

Pope Decries Gaza as 'Field of Slaughter' in Israel-Hamas War

In a powerful sermon, Pope Francis decried the devastating conflict in Gaza, pleading for a ceasefire and the immediate release of all hostages. The Pontiff's emotional address highlights the growing international outcry over the humanitarian crisis.

Pope Praises Starmer's Chagos Islands Sovereignty Deal

The Vatican has formally endorsed Prime Minister Keir Starmer's decision to return the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, with Pope Leo praising the £3.5bn agreement as a major step for justice and decolonisation.

National Archives releases redacted FBI Biden informant memo

Exclusive: The National Archives releases a heavily redacted FBI memo from 2020, confirming an informant's allegations about Joe Biden and a foreign national, sparking fresh political firestorm.

Freddie Mercury: Buried Clue Hints Family Knew Secret Daughter

Explosive new evidence emerges from Freddie Mercury's family archives, hinting that the Queen frontman's secret daughter may not have been a secret to his relatives after all. A cryptic document could rewrite rock history.

Lost Shakespeare Document That Split Family Found After 400 Years

A groundbreaking discovery in the National Archives has unearthed a long-lost legal document that caused a bitter rift in William Shakespeare's family, hidden for over four centuries and shedding new light on the playwright's personal conflicts.

Pope Leon XIV's first international trip could be to Lebanon

In a significant diplomatic development, a senior Cardinal has indicated that Lebanon is the most probable destination for the newly elected Pope Leon XIV's inaugural international apostolic journey, highlighting a message of peace and unity.