Yemen’s Huthis say US strikes on Sanaa kill at least 12

[ad_1] SANAA: Yemen’s Huthis said early Monday that US air strikes on Sanaa killed at least 12 people and wounded 30, with a military spokesperson later claiming attacks on US aircraft carriers and Israel.The Huthi-run Saba news agency cited the ministry as saying the dead and injured had come from overnight strikes “by the American […]

Meloni, Macron and Other World Leaders Praise Pope Francis’ Legacy

[ad_1] Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy led tributes to Pope Francis from political leaders around the world on Monday, praising him as “a great man and a great pastor.” Most paid homage to the pope’s commitment to speaking out on behalf of the poor. “I had the privilege of enjoying his friendship, his advice […]

Pope Francis: All you need to know about the Pontiff who revolutionised the Catholic Church

[ad_1] Pope Francis, the revolutionary pontiff who redefined the papacy and left behind a legacy of inclusivity and reform, passed away on Monday. His death marks the end of a transformative era for the Catholic Church, which saw both progressive strides and fierce opposition during his tenure. Known for his humility and commitment to social […]

‘Who am I to judge?’: How Pope Francis battled for an inclusive Church

[ad_1] Pope Francis, who passed away aged 88, will be remembered as a revolutionary pontiff who worked to reshape the Catholic Church into a more inclusive and compassionate institution. From embracing the poor and migrants to showing unexpected support for LGBTQ+ believers, his decade-long papacy was defined by a willingness to confront centuries-old dogma and […]

Black or White: What smoke colours mean when a new Pope is chosen

[ad_1] In an age of digital alerts and global livestreams, the Vatican continues to announce one of its most significant decisions with a signal that dates back centuries: a puff of smoke from a copper chimney on the Sistine Chapel. But behind this seemingly simple ritual lies a surprisingly complex chemistry lesson.As 115 cardinal-electors gather […]

Pope Francis passes away: How a new pope will be chosen

[ad_1] Pope Francis died on Monday morning, Vatican officials confirmed. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the camerlengo responsible for overseeing Church matters between papacies, made the announcement, saying: “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of […]

Iranian foreign minister to visit China on Tuesday: spokesman

[ad_1] Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi (Image: AP) TEHRAN: Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi is set to visit China on Tuesday, the ministry said, ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between Iran and the United States.The visit to China, which was a signatory to a since-abandoned 2015 nuclear agreement that reined in Tehran’s […]

Horse therapy programme in Namibia brings joy to children with learning disabilities | World News

[ad_1] WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA: Susan de Meyer’s horses have different effects on different children. Hyperactive kids learn to be a little quieter around them while nonverbal children are moved to communicate and to bond with them. De Meyer runs a program in the southern African country of Namibia that harnesses the power but also the gentleness […]

Viral video shows Brooklyn man cycling with fridge balanced on head

[ad_1] Gabriel Davis riding cycle, balancing refrigerator ( video: X/ Collin Rugg) A baffling video has taken the internet by storm, capturing the moment a man was seen balancing a refrigerator on his head, while cycling through Nassau Avenue in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The surreal sight, caught on camera, has gone viral, attracting thousands of amused […]

Vatican declares 167 victims of IS-inspired bombings in Sri Lanka witnesses of faith

[ad_1] Sri Lankan Catholics nuns carry portraits of the victims of the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks during its sixth anniversary commemoration in Colombo (Image: AP) COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s catholic church says the Vatican has named 167 of its faithful killed in Islamic State-inspired suicide bombings six years ago as witnesses of faith. Hundreds, including Christian, […]