Our editorial director reflects on Pope Leo’s upcoming four-day journey to France. Read all
Consumers are feeling the pinch from the rising cost of protein. Read all
Amid the noise of our media-driven world, Bishop Louis Tylka of Peoria, Illinois, reflects on what Archbishop Fulton Sheen called “the most important conversation in a human life”—the one that takes place “in the depths of the heart.” Read all
Lidl must also compensate Birkenstock and pay its legal fees, according to the court ruling Read all
In the run-up to his beatification, the Executive Director of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Foundation explores the life and legacy of this famous evangelizer. Read all
The prime minister opposes the law – in place since 1985 – and believes there is a case to remove it. Read all
UNESCO’s Deputy Director-General, Åsa Regnér, speaks to Vatican News about the importance of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the UN agency on September 25, during his Apostolic Journey to France, and emphasizes how multilateral institutions can continue to help build peace. Read all
The arrivals of two unescorted migrant boats mark the first uncontrolled landings recorded in the UK since 2025. Read all
Cristiano Ronaldo contemplated retirement after the World Cup but wants to reach 1,000 career goals and help a new-look Portugal thrive before hanging up his boots. Read all
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli tells BBC Sport how he is “still finding my way” in F1 after a 2024 crash “stayed in my head for a very long time”. Read all
Manchester United’s overall debt remains over £1bn despite Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s extensive cost-cutting measures, with the club also confirming it has spent £63.5m buying land for their new stadium. Read all
Residents on North Ronaldsay toasted the birth of Duncan Wilder Thorstein Traill Suarez Ford with a dram of whisky last week. Read all
Daniel Thomas, known to his supporters as Danny Tommo, livestreamed a video of the alleged incident. Read all
In the northern hemisphere, the September equinox occurred in the early hours of Wednesday marking the start of astronomical autumn. Read all
Through live scouting and increasing data and footage, top clubs now have tabs on a large proportion of the world’s talent. Read all
As Emma Raducanu plots a route back to the pinnacle of tennis, the Briton is taking inspiration from Andre Agassi’s 2009 autobiography. Read all
A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors. Read all
Saudi Arabia reportedly carries out 19 airstrikes across three Yemeni provinces over the last day, forcing thousands of Yemenis to flee their homes, and compounding what is already one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises. Read all
Why it’s a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students. Read all
Faith leaders in South Africa’s Gauteng province have condemned the killing of women in Ekurhuleni and called for a sustained effort to rebuild respect for human life, beginning in families and extending to religious communities, schools, government and wider society. Read all
Three 20-somethings tell BBC News how they are navigating life without parental support. Read all
Auto executives across Europe hope rearmament can help them flex their industrial muscles once more. Read all
Pope Leo XIV appeals for the protection of migrant and refugee children, and for everyone to take responsibility for minors on the move. His appeal comes ahead of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Read all
The BBC visits Inner Mongolia, where Beijing’s AI infrastructure is progressing at “China speed”, says one worker. Read all
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis on ‘Gaudium et spes,’ focusing on the chapter dedicated to the meaning of human activity in the universe. ‘Gaudium et spes,” he says, invites us to share “the bread of knowledge and know-how,” so that humanity can develop its potential and, with the help of God, work together to … Continue reading “Pope: Progress is truly human if it makes the world better for everyone”
