Tag: pontiff

Choosing the Pope: ‘The conclave is intimidating’

International April 25, 2025 at 12:40

The leader of the Roman Catholic church in England and Wales has said he definitely will not be the next pontiff, but is looking...

What’s next when a Pope dies and how is a new Pontiff selected?

International February 19, 2025 at 11:28

Renewed interest in Vatican tradition on back of Conclave winning at the Baftas and Pope Francis being hospitalised. Conclave won Best Film at the 2025...

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UK government rules out changing law to allow return of Parthenon Sculptures

November 4, 2026 at 15:30

ON THIS DAY: Howard Carter discovers Tutankhamun’s tomb in Egypt (1922)

On this Day November 4, 2026 at 15:22

On 4 November 1922, British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered...

Hospital strike could be averted as last-minute talks continue

Cyprus November 4, 2026 at 15:15

Intensive talks are continuing in an effort to avert...

Rising jet fuel prices threaten to push up airline ticket costs

Economy November 4, 2026 at 15:08

Airfare increases are becoming increasingly likely as the US-Iran...

EU-funded project monitors desert dust and air quality across Cyprus

Cyprus November 4, 2026 at 14:56

An EU-funded project has established an air-quality monitoring network...