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Pope's Blue Mosque visit surprises Vatican officials

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 visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque

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.

£200k Water Tower Sparks Grand Designs 'Curse' Debate

A four-storey water tower in Yorkshire is on the market for £200,000, but online commentators are predicting it could fall victim to the infamous 'Grand Designs curse'. Discover the potential and the pitfalls.

Historic Warehouse Homes For Sale in England

Discover unique character properties in converted Victorian warehouses across England, from Devon to London. Explore these homes blending historic charm with modern living.

Why You Still Need Cash When Travelling Abroad

Travel experts warn that ditching cash abroad is a false economy. 39% of travellers faced situations where cash was essential, leading to costly fees and poor exchange rates. Learn how to protect your money.

Israeli settlers burn West Bank mosque, defying pleas

Masked Israeli settlers set fire to a West Bank mosque, burning Qurans and leaving threatening graffiti. This surge in violence, condemned by officials, raises fears of regional spillover. Read the full report.

Cancer survivors build forever home and help others

A couple who both overcame brain tumours and multiple cancers have transformed their Kent barn into a forever home and now offer it as a retreat for others facing serious illnesses. Discover their inspiring story of resilience and community support.

New Archbishop Backs Baptism for Asylum Seekers

The incoming Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally, urges churches not to fear baptising asylum seekers, arguing genuine faith declarations should be welcomed despite political concerns over conversions.

Terror police investigate Sussex mosque arson

Counter-terrorism police have taken control of the investigation into a suspected arson attack on a Sussex mosque, as community leaders call for calm amid rising tensions.

Afghanistan earthquake damages historic Blue Mosque

A powerful 4.7 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, causing panic and damage near the historic Blue Mosque. Emergency services rush to assess structural damage as aftershocks continue.

Priest in neo-Nazi bomb plot spared prison

A Catholic priest who posed as a skinhead in neo-Nazi online forums and discussed bombing mosques while indulging sexual fetishes has been spared jail in shocking court ruling.

1000+ Anglican clergy join Catholic Church via Ordinariate

In an unprecedented religious shift, over 1,000 Anglican clergy and thousands of lay followers have joined the Catholic Church through the Ordinariate since 2011, creating new challenges for Church of England leadership.

Historic Windmill Luxury Conversion Sparks Outrage

Plans to transform a 19th-century Sussex windmill into a luxury residence spark local outrage and heritage concerns as conservationists battle developers over preserving Britain's architectural history.

JD Vance: From religious sceptic to devout Catholic

US Senator JD Vance reveals his surprising spiritual transformation from religious scepticism to devout Catholicism, crediting his wife Usha for the profound change in his beliefs and worldview.

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