Cracow, Queensland: A hidden gem in the Australian Outback with a storied past
The Outback is a land of emptiness. This semi-arid area in the heart of Australia comprises more than 70 per cent of the country’s territory, but is home to just…
Australians begin to cast ballots in early voting ahead of 3 May general elections
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and opposition leader Peter Dutton cancelled campaign events out of respect for Pope Francis who died on Monday. Read more at Read More
Russia’s Easter truce in Ukraine was a ‘charm offensive’ for Trump, France says
France’s foreign minister said the ceasefire declared by Moscow was aimed at preventing US President Donald Trump from getting ‘impatient and angry’. Read more at Read More
Apostolic Palace sealed after Pope Francis’ death
Following the death of Pope Francis, Vatican officials sealed his residences at Casa Santa Marta and the Apostolic Palace, following procedures observed after the death of a pontiff. Read more…
First images of Pope Francis released following his death
The Vatican has shared the first images of late Pope Francis, showing him lying in a wooden coffin, dressed in red liturgical garments and wearing his bishop’s mitre. Read more…
Latest news bulletin | April 22nd – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at Read More
Martin Scorsese on the death of Pope Francis: ‘He radiated goodness’
Director Martin Scorsese met Pope Francis several times, including for the premiere of his 2016 film ‘Silence’ and before announcing his forthcoming film about Jesus. “The loss for me runs…
Govsatcom, Eutelsat, Iris2: Ukraine seeks European alternatives to Starlink
The threat to cut off Kyiv’s access to the Starlink satellite network could have far-reaching consequences for the war. To avoid this, Ukrainian authorities are seeking alternatives from the EU.…
Who is Kevin Farrell, the cardinal running the Vatican until the next pope is chosen?
The 77-year-old Irish-born priest is currently serving as camerlengo, a position which makes him acting head of the Holy See. Read more at Read More
Sudan’s RSF kill more than 30 people in latest attack in Darfur, activists say
Fresh violence by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) follows a multi-day attack that killed more than 400 people, according to the UN. Read more at Read More