US starts naval blockade of Iranian ports after deadline passes Iran warns Americans they face higher pump prices due to prohibition imposed on Monday evening The Guardian - UK · Apr 13
Trump addresses Jesus picture backlash and refuses to apologize to Pope Leo IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 13
Religious Conservatives Slam Trump Over Jesus-Themed Post: 'Outrageous Blasphemy' Michael Knowles, a conservative Catholic podcaster, argued it "behooves the President both spiritually and politically to delete the picture, no matter the intent" Latin Times · Apr 13
King Charles is due to visit Donald Trump. Here are the questions he needs to ask himself first As Trump depicts himself as Jesus Christ, and insults everyone from Keir Starmer to the pope, how can the king hope to keep this state visit on track, asks Zoe Williams The Guardian - UK · Apr 13
The View condemns ‘blasphemous’ AI-generated image of Trump as God President has faced considerable backlash over the image, which many have found offensive The Independent UK · Apr 13
Christians condemn Trump post depicting him as Jesus-like figure It's not the first time one of Trump's AI-generated photos have rankled Christians. Axios · Apr 13
Supporters Turn On Trump As MAGA Hats Burn Over AI Jesus And Pope Row The AI-generated image of Trump as Jesus has sparked a political and religious controversy, leading to a split within his support base and real-world protests. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
'We Are Not Politicians': Pope Leo Responds to Trump's Attacks After He Is Called 'Terrible for Foreign Policy' Pope Leo responded to Donald Trump's attacks by saying he has 'no fear' of the Trump administration and reaffirming that the Church is not political. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
Pope Leo fires back with cutting retort after Trump savages him and poses as Jesus Christ: ‘No fear’ The pontiff ‘refuses to get into a debate’ with the president The Independent UK · Apr 13
Trump Accused of Blasphemy for Posting 'Jesus' Pic With His Face Amid Pope Rant, Marjorie Greene Brands Him 'Antichrist' Donald Trump faces backlash after posting an image portraying himself as Jesus while criticising the Pope, with Marjorie Taylor Greene calling the act 'blasphemous'. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
Trump launches new attack on Pope Leo as he posts bizarre AI image IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 13
Trump slams Pope Leo as ‘weak’ and posts picture of himself as Jesus healing the sick President claims ‘if I wasn’t in the White House, Leo wouldn’t be in the Vatican’ in Truth Social tirade The Independent UK · Apr 13
After slamming Pope, Trump posts AI image of himself as 'Jesus' US President Donald Trump escalated his public clash with Pope Leo XIV on Sunday night, launching a sharp attack on the head of the Catholic Church and questioning his political judgement. Hours after the criticism, Trump posted an AI-generated image that portrayed him in a Jesus-like role performing a biblical-style… The Times of India · Apr 13
Pastor charged with manslaughter after baptism death, says victim was ‘dancing with Jesus’ Her comments may come under scrutiny in court. We Got This Covered · Apr 11
International Business Times UK · Apr 11 Pope Leo XIV Claims Jesus 'Is Not On Your Side' In Scathing Donald Trump Warning Pope Leo XIV issues a warning about Donald Trump and the Middle East conflict, questioning the morality of military actions amid a shaky ceasefire with Iran.
LiveScience · Apr 11 Science news this week: Artemis II splashes down, the world's fattest parrot bounces back, and the Shroud of Turin is contaminated April 11, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
The Independent UK · Apr 10 He is risen and risen and risen: ‘Jesus’ actor disappears into sky during Easter celebration An actor portraying Jesus got the ride of his life when he was hoisted into the sky by a crane during an Easter celebration.
International Business Times UK · Apr 10 What is the Avignon Papacy? Pentagon's Medieval Church Reference That Reportedly Alarmed the Vatican The Avignon Papacy has resurfaced in reports of a Pentagon meeting with a Vatican envoy, where a historical reference allegedly raised alarm within the Holy See during strained US–Vatican relations.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 10 ‘A story that needs to be told’: the Manacillos festival of Colombia – photo essay Ever Andrés Mercado won a World Press Photo award for his work on the Manacillos festival, which takes place among the Afro-descendant community of Yurumanguí. He talks about the ancestral ritual and why it’s so important
International Business Times UK · Apr 9 Pentagon Accused of Threatening Diplomat of Pope Leo XIV After Anti-War Address Condemning 'Diplomacy Based on Force' Explore the alleged confrontation between the Pentagon and the Vatican, as US officials reportedly pressured the Catholic Church to support Trump's foreign policy.
Evening Standard · Apr 9 Sam Ryder reveals he landed Jesus Christ Superstar role without realising he was auditioning The Spaceman singer is about to take on one of musical theatre’s most demanding roles, but still can’t quite work out how it happened
International Business Times UK · Apr 6 Trump 'Needs a Lot of Prayer' Because He Holds Power and Accountability—But Warnock Condemns Bigotry Senator Raphael Warnock uses Easter Sunday to address President Trump's bigotry and misuse of religion, emphasising accountability and moral responsibility.
International Business Times UK · Apr 6 White House Pastor Franklin Graham Under Fire Over Claim God 'Raised Trump' To Kill 'Islamic Iranians' For 'Jewish People' Evangelical leader Franklin Graham's prayer at a White House Easter event, likening Trump to a biblical savior against Iran, has ignited widespread criticism.
International Business Times UK · Apr 6 Savannah Guthrie Admits 'Deep Disappointment With God' Over Missing Mum Nancy Guthrie Savannah Guthrie has delivered a starkly honest Easter message from New York, admitting to 'deep disappointment with God' as the search for her missing mother Nancy Guthrie in Arizona remains unresolved.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 6 Aisling Bea review – glamourpuss meets accidental mum in a scatty show that revels in immaturity The sitcom star and Taskmaster stalwart is on commanding form as she embarks on Older Than Jesus, her first – and deeply daft – standup tour