Religion
Oldest known tablet bearing the 10 Commandments sells for almost £4m
The stone, which was found in Israel in 1913, is believed to be between 1,700 and 1,200 years old.
King ‘praying’ for Syrian citizens after overthrow of Assad, nun says
Charles attended an event organised by a charity which helps Christians persecuted across the Middle East and the globe.
Inevitable Church of England’s second-in-command will go, says abuse survivor
Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell is due to take on many of the Archbishop of Canterbury’s functions when he quits on January 6.
Archbishop of York ‘sorry’ he was not able to act sooner in sex abuse case
Stephen Cottrell is due to take on many of the soon-to-step-down Archbishop of Canterbury’s official functions temporarily from early January.
Archbishop of York faces calls to resign over handling of sex abuse case
Stephen Cottrell is due to take on many of the soon-to-step-down Archbishop of Canterbury’s official functions temporarily from early next month.
The story of ‘Silent Night’, a beloved Christmas carol born from faith and hope
The carol was first sung on Christmas Eve 1818 in Oberndorf, near Salzburg
Notre Dame hosts first Mass as spiritual heart of Paris is revived
It comes five years after the catastrophic fire.
World leaders gather to celebrate reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral
The landmark church has been completely restored after being devastated by a blaze five years ago.
Bishop’s three knocks signify reopening of Notre Dame five years after blaze
World leaders and dignitaries were in attendance as the cathedral was officially reopened.
Pope Francis spotted with a bruise as he appoints new cardinals
The Vatican did not immediately explain the reason for the bruise on the pontiff’s chin.