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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

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The Independent UK · Apr 13

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.

LiveScience · Apr 11

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.

The Independent 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The Avignon Papacy has resurfaced in reports of a Pentagon meeting with a Vatican envoy, where a historical reference allegedly raised alarm within the Holy See during strained US–Vatican relations.

International Business Times 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

The Guardian - UK · Apr 10

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.

International Business Times UK · 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

Evening Standard · Apr 9

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