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Pope removes Spanish bishop in first abuse case

Pope Leo XIV accepts resignation of Bishop Rafael Zornoza amid abuse investigation, marking the pontiff's first known case involving clerical abuse allegations. Read the full story.

Mormon Church Lowers Women's Missionary Age to 18

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints lowers the minimum age for women missionaries to 18, matching the requirement for men. Discover the implications for gender equality and global outreach.

Women in male-led faiths forge new political roles

As gender equality faces setbacks in Trump's second term, women from Catholic and evangelical traditions are redefining political engagement. Discover how they're shaping the national conversation.

Pope Leo XIV excludes trans women from Vatican lunch

Pope Leo XIV faces scrutiny after 48 transgender women were excluded from his head table at Vatican's 'lunch for the poor', marking shift from Pope Francis's inclusive approach. Read the full story.

King Charles donates £50k to repair church roof

King Charles has personally donated over £50,000 to help repair the roof of St Peter and St Paul Parish Church, a place of worship dearly loved by his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

Presbyterian Church safeguarding failures shock minister

Stormont minister Gordon Lyons expresses shock over Presbyterian Church safeguarding failures, as Moderator Rev Trevor Gribben steps down. Learn about the serious failings from 2009-2022 and the Church's response.

Church stars as Jillaroos beat Kiwi Ferns 26-6

Rising star Abbi Church delivered a stunning debut performance, leading Australia's Jillaroos to a commanding 26-6 victory over New Zealand in the Pacific Championships women's rugby league clash.

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.

Sagrada Família becomes world's tallest church

Spectacular new photos reveal the final central tower being lifted into position at Barcelona's Sagrada Família, making it the world's tallest church at 534ft after 142 years of construction.

England Women's Euro hopes hit by Hampton injury

Lionesses goalkeeper Hannah Hampton faces heartbreak as she's ruled out of crucial England fixtures with a significant injury, forcing Sarina Wiegman into last-minute squad changes ahead of Northern Ireland clash.

UK Churches Face Closure Over Soaring Repair Costs

Hundreds of Britain's cherished churches could shut their doors forever as crippling repair costs and declining congregations create a perfect storm for the nation's religious heritage.

King Charles Makes History with Vatican Visit

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.

UK Churches Face Closure from Crushing Repair Bills

A devastating survey reveals nearly 400 British churches could shut their doors permanently within five years due to unaffordable repair costs, threatening the nation's architectural and community heritage.

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