Karen Barnes, a Canadian animist, is battling £400k in fines from Burlington city over her naturalised garden, citing freedom of religion and expression. Her case could set a precedent for ecological gardening rights.
A&E nurse Sandie Peggie launches new legal action against NHS Fife's outgoing CEO Carol Potter over a controversial media statement. Discover the latest escalation in the tribunal battle.
Rita Ora delivered a high-energy performance and fashion spectacle at Austria's ski season opening event. The singer showcased multiple eye-catching outfits and revealed her spiritual beliefs.
The Vatican issues a new decree, signed by Pope Leo, reinforcing the Catholic Church's teaching on lifelong marriage with one spouse. Read the full story.
Pope Leo XIV accepts resignation of Bishop Rafael Zornoza, the first Spanish bishop publicly investigated by Vatican for alleged sexual abuse of a minor. Read the full story.
Kentucky pastor Jamie Coots, star of 'Snake Salvation', dies after rattlesnake bite during church service, refusing medical care due to his religious beliefs. Read the full story.
New Zealand Breakers players will collectively boycott rainbow flags on jerseys during NBL Pride Round, supporting teammates with religious objections. Read the full story on this developing sports controversy.
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of Catholic school abuse in Scotland, uncovering institutional failures and the enduring search for justice.
A Catholic diocese in Pennsylvania has issued a profound apology after a school's Halloween parade float featured a deeply offensive replica of the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp entrance, sparking widespread condemnation from Jewish communities.
In an unprecedented legal confrontation, sexual abuse survivors confronted New Orleans' Catholic leadership over the archdiocese's bankruptcy protection bid, alleging it shields assets rather than victims.
In an extraordinary act of faith and determination, a Catholic priest's vehicle containing sacred vessels was recovered from the Missouri River, with the contents remarkably preserved.
Groundbreaking research into British folklore uncovers that 32% of UK adults believe ghosts exist, with younger generations showing the strongest conviction in supernatural phenomena.
In an unprecedented move, the Vatican considers appointing a British-Swiss dual national as Pope Leo XIV, breaking centuries of tradition and reshaping global Catholic leadership.
In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, King Charles III becomes the first British monarch to attend a Vatican event alongside Catholic leaders, signalling a transformative shift in Anglican-Catholic relations.
Newly uncovered documents expose how Pope Leo XIII orchestrated a systematic cover-up of sexual abuse allegations against a powerful cardinal in the 19th century Catholic Church.
A German Catholic priest, revealed to be the grandson of SS chief Heinrich Himmler, stuns his congregation by disclosing his grandmother allegedly possessed human body parts obtained from Nazi victims.
A Catholic priest in Brazil faces suspension after being photographed shirtless with a parishioner's wife, who claims he justified their encounters as 'spiritual guidance' and preparation for religious festivals.
Catholic churches across Brazil are experiencing a remarkable revival through online prayer streams, attracting millions of young worshippers in a digital revolution that's transforming traditional worship.
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker responds to feminist backlash over his controversial graduation speech, defending his traditional values stance in new public appearance.
Discover the surprising factors that shape political identity as Guardian readers share powerful personal stories about their journey to left or right-wing views.
A Catholic priest who abandoned his religious calling has revealed his secret double life - as a married father of four children, exposing a crisis of faith and family that's rocking the Catholic community.
Two New Jersey police officers have been charged with official misconduct after allegedly filming a sexual encounter inside a Roman Catholic church and sharing the video.
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.
Exclusive analysis reveals how political beliefs are becoming a driving force behind mass shootings in the US, with new research showing alarming patterns in suspect profiles.
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
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.
F1 legend Sir Jackie Stewart and actress Maureen Lipman received into Catholic Church in moving Westminster Cathedral ceremony, sharing their profound spiritual journeys.