Pope will not need further cancer treatment, doctors say
Pope Leo’s doctors say he requires no further cancer treatment following lung surgery last week, confirming the tumor had not spread to other areas.
Orthodox church sends medieval prince’s remains to Russian troops in Ukraine
The Russian Orthodox Church has sent a fragment of a medieval prince’s remains to troops fighting in Ukraine, stating the relic would spiritually strengthen soldiers and help achieve victory.
‘We live with a big burden’: survivor of abusive Spotlight priest hopes clergyman’s death brings closure
A survivor of sexual abuse by a defrocked Boston priest says the abuser’s recent death in prison may help victims and families find closure. Ronald Paquin died at age 83 while serving sentences related to crimes exposed in the Oscar-winning film Spotlight.
Janet Davies obituary
Janet Davies, who died at 89, dedicated her adult life to international development, ecumenical partnership, and social justice through Christian Aid and Middle East peace advocacy.
‘No one disrespects Our Lady’: fears for Brazil’s patron saint grip country ahead of election
Brazil’s patron saint, Our Lady of Aparecida, has become unexpectedly central to the presidential election, with speculation that a far-right candidate might remove her patronage igniting nationwide controversy.
The Rev Ian Gregory obituary
Rev Ian Gregory, a former journalist and church minister who launched the Polite Society campaign in the 1980s, died aged 93. He was known for his progressive approach to ministry.