The beautiful game: Pope Francis’s passion for football
His predecessor loved Mozart, but Pope Francis’s passion was football, for him “the most beautiful game” and also a vehicle…
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What You Should Know About Pope Francis
Pope Francis was elected Pope on March 13, 2013 during a conclave held after the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. His election was historic, as he was the first Pope from Latin America and the first from the Society of Jesus (Jesuit).
Papa Francis Afariki Dunia Akiwa Na Miaka 88
Papa Francis alichaguliwa kuwa Baba Mtakatifu mnamo Machi 13, 2013. Uchaguzi wake ulikuwa wa kihistoria, kwani alikuwa Papa wa kwanza kutoka Amerika ya Kusini na wa kwanza kutoka Shirika la Yesu (Jesuit).
Christians Begin Easter Celebrations
Good Friday commemorates the Passion and crucifixion of Jesus.
UK Top Court Rules Definition of ‘Woman’ Based on Sex at Birth
It is the culmination of a years-long battle between the Scottish government and the campaign group For Women Scotland (FWS) — which launched an appeal to the Supreme Court after losing pleas in Scottish courts over an obscure legislation aimed at hiring more women in public-sector bodies.
Latvia Parliament Votes to Withdraw from Landmines Treaty
The EU and NATO member and other countries in the region have ramped up defence spending and training since Moscow’s troops invaded Ukraine in 2022, on fears that Russia could target them next.
Pope Leaves Faithful Guessing Over Easter Appearances
In the past few days, the pontiff has made one surprise appearance after another, most recently turning up in St Peter’s Square following mass for Palm Sunday, where he shook hands, blessed babies and waved to the crowds.
Reggae Legend Max Romeo Passes Away At 80
Romeo began his musical path after winning a local talent competition at the age of 18. This victory inspired him to move to Kingston, where he joined the vocal group The Emotions. The group gained recognition with hits like Buy You a Rainbow in 1966.
Dollar, Stocks Hit and Gold Hits Record as Trump Tariff Panic Returns
The dollar tumbled with most stocks while gold hit a fresh record high as panic gripped markets again on Friday after Donald Trump admitted that his global tariff blitz could see “a transition cost”.
Thailand Revokes Visa of US Academic Charged with Royal Insult
Paul Chambers, who has spent over a decade teaching Southeast Asia politics at a Thai university, had his bail request rejected Tuesday by a court in Phitsanulok province after reporting to police to answer a charge of lese-majeste.
