‘Free up the ganja’: Rastafarians in Kenya fight to decriminalise marijuana
Rastafarians in Kenya are mobilizing after a court dismissed their petition to decriminalize marijuana for spiritual purposes, with followers vowing to appeal the ruling.
Pope Leo celebrates open-air mass before 700,000 people in Paris
Pope Leo celebrated an open-air mass before an estimated 700,000 people at Place de la Concorde in Paris on the second day of his visit to France, marking the first official papal visit in 18 years.
Stephen Pedley obituary
Stephen Pedley, who served as bishop of Lancaster from 1998 to 2005, has died aged 85. Known for his pastoral care and infectious laughter, he was deeply devoted to the Church of England tradition.
‘We live with a big burden’: survivor of abusive Spotlight priest hopes clergyman’s death brings closure
A survivor of abuse by a defrocked Boston priest portrayed in the film Spotlight says the clergyman’s recent death in prison offers an opportunity for victims and families to find closure and move forward.
Janet Davies obituary
Janet Davies, who died aged 89, dedicated her adult life to international development, ecumenical partnership, and social justice work through Christian Aid and various religious organizations.
‘No one disrespects Our Lady’: fears for Brazil’s patron saint grip country ahead of election
A controversy over Brazil’s patron saint, Our Lady of Aparecida, has erupted ahead of the presidential election, with concerns that far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro might strip her of her status.