From his home in suburban Chicago, one of the pope’s brothers described Leo as “middle of the road” but not afraid to speak ...

“And here we are this evening, praying for him and thanking God for the many blessings Pope Francis himself ... still speaks loud and clear - The Irish News viewOpens in new window Pope Francis ...

We couldn’t understand any of it and I start seeing him walking down the steps and walking toward all the couples in the front row, shaking everybody’s hand and blessing their marriage ...

I DIDN'T think Easter is almost upon us. It has crept up on me. For Irish republicans Easter holds a special significance. It is synonymous with the 1916 Easter Rising and the heroism over a century ...

We come with joy to celebrate the birth of your Son, who rescued us from the darkness of sin by making the Cross a tree of life and light. May this tree, arrayed in splendor, remind us of the life ...

Daniel discovered his hidden talent for art after receiving graphite pencils and an art easel as a gift last Christmas. The intricate graphite pencil work secured the top spot in the 16- to 18 ...

SECRETARY of State Hilary Benn has been told that he will have to intervene if the DUP continues with its opposition to Irish language rights. Mr Benn was reminded of his responsibilities during a ...

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