The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo has sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it faces mounting legal claims from childhood sexual abuse survivors, forcing the potential sale of churches and schools across Western New York.
In a powerful Vatican address, Pope Francis reinforces Catholic teaching on the sanctity of life while calling for abolition of capital punishment worldwide.
An enigmatic figure claiming to be 'Pope Leo XIV' has issued a startling proclamation from the Vatican, declaring abortion 'the greatest genocide in human history' and calling for a global pro-life movement in a move that's sent shockwaves through the Cat
Alexander Lukashenko makes calculated overtures to Western nations, seeking to leverage Belarus's strategic position while maintaining ties with Moscow. Analysis reveals his growing confidence and changing geopolitical calculus.
The Archdiocese of Chicago has ignited controversy by directing Catholic hospitals to provide emergency contraception to sexual assault victims, challenging traditional doctrine and drawing criticism from conservative Catholic groups.
Popular Italian priest Father Alberto Ravagnani faces backlash from Catholic communities for endorsing nutritional supplements to his young followers, blurring lines between faith and commercial promotion.
A profound demographic shift threatens the future of Japan's ancient Shinto religion, with ageing priests and shrinking congregations forcing many shrines to close.
Russia is developing a new 'Intervision' song contest with allies like China and Belarus, a direct response to its ongoing exclusion from the Eurovision Song Contest. This move signals a deepening cultural divide.
The International Olympic Committee is under intense scrutiny as 35 nations, including the UK, US, and Israel, demand a ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from the 2024 Paris Games, challenging the IOC's proposed 'neutral' status.
Russia, China, India, and Belarus are forming a rival 'Intervision' song contest as a cultural counterweight to the Western-dominated Eurovision, signalling a new front in the global battle for soft power influence.
Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina withdraws from the Billie Jean King Cup tie in solidarity with her nation, citing a 'hard rule' against competing with Russian and Belarusian athletes without neutrality agreements.
F1 legend Sir Jackie Stewart and actress Maureen Lipman received into Catholic Church in moving Westminster Cathedral ceremony, sharing their profound spiritual journeys.
King Charles III makes history by attending a Catholic mass at Westminster Cathedral, the first British monarch to do so since the Reformation, signalling a new era in interfaith relations.
Exclusive investigation reveals a systematic operation, backed by Belarus, to transfer Ukrainian children from occupied territories for political re-education and military training, sparking war crime allegations.
Vladimir Putin announces plans to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus by July, marking a major escalation in the standoff with the West and NATO. Full analysis of the strategic implications.
The iconic bells of London's Westminster Cathedral have been restored to their former glory by a Kent foundry, marking a triumphant return after a major conservation project.
Major joint Russian-Belarusian military exercises near EU borders trigger unease among European leaders, raising fears of prolonged hybrid warfare and regional destabilisation.
NATO activates its largest rapid response force in history, sending 90,000 troops to Poland following a direct nuclear threat from Russia and a suspected missile incursion from Belarus.
Westminster Cathedral, the iconic Roman Catholic mother church, officially reverts to its original name, Westminster Cathedral, ending decades of confusion with its Anglican counterpart. The move reinforces its unique identity and heritage.
Polish PM Donald Tusk warns of intensified Russian hybrid operations and confirms NATO reinforcements amid escalating tensions on EU's eastern border.
Russia and Belarus have commenced their largest joint military exercises, 'Zapad-2021', mobilising 200,000 troops near the EU's doorstep. The massive display of force, involving paratroopers, fighter jets, and live-fire drills, has sparked major alarm in
NATO allies issue a stark condemnation of Belarusian military drills near the Polish border, branding them a 'flagrant violation' of international law. Poland responds by deploying troops for monitoring as regional security fears intensify.
Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya calls for sustained US support against Alexander Lukashenko's regime, warning of regional instability during key Washington meetings.
Russia and Belarus have commenced their largest joint military exercises, 'Zapad-2021', near the Polish border. The massive war games, involving tens of thousands of troops, sophisticated weaponry, and nuclear-capable forces, are raising alarm across NATO
In a startling diplomatic move, Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned and released dozens of prisoners, including a British citizen, in a deal linked to the potential lifting of US sanctions. This article delves into the details of the agr
Exclusive intelligence reveals a new, cheaper 'Gerbera' drone, similar to Iranian Shahed models, was used in a major violation of Polish airspace from Belarus, raising alarms over evolving aerial threats in the Ukraine war.
A sweeping pan-European security operation has uncovered a sophisticated alleged Belarusian spy network, leading to multiple arrests across several countries and raising serious concerns about foreign interference.
Exclusive analysis: As Putin ramps up nuclear rhetoric and moves warheads to Belarus, Mark Almond warns the West's weak response is inviting catastrophic miscalculation and a new Cold War.
Lithuania demands answers from Poland after its border guards allegedly damaged a vehicle and used aggressive tactics against Lithuanian officers during a migrant patrol near the Belarusian frontier.
A Russian drone breached Polish airspace, triggering a national alert and swift military response. The incident, occurring just hours before Warsaw closed its border with Belarus, intensifies regional security fears and underscores the spillover risks fro