Dame Esther Rantzen became a key figure in the assisted dying conversation A debate in Parliament in April 2024 saw Dame Esther singled out for the contribution she had made to the public discourse. Evening Standard · Sep 30
Dame Esther Rantzen became crucial figure in assisted dying debate after terminal diagnosis She said her own experience showed ‘why it’s so important that future generations will have the choice that is denied to me and other adults’ The Independent UK · Sep 30
A rare look inside the Sistine Chapel for a private concert about angel encounters The Vatican’s Sistine Chapel hosted a concert debuting a composition focused on interactions with angels found throughout the Bible The Independent UK · Mar 22
New archbishop of Westminster urges greater understanding of struggles of ‘the vulnerable’ At his official installation, Archbishop Richard Moth recognised the Catholic church’s failures but insists it’s a time of ‘opportunity’ The Guardian - UK · Feb 14
Royal family to celebrate Christmas Day together at Sandringham – without Andrew Andrew remains off the official list The Independent UK · Dec 25, 2025
Royal family to celebrate Christmas Day together at Sandringham The royal family usually walk to church on Christmas morning. Evening Standard · Dec 25, 2025
New head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales is appointed by Pope Leo The new Archbishop previously served as Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Southwark in south London Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2025
New Catholic leader says Church must be ‘authentic’ on societal issues Archbishop-elect Richard Moth was asked about migration, assisted dying and safeguarding in his first public appearance in the new role. Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2025
Richard Moth appointed Roman Catholic archbishop of Westminster Moth, 67, bishop of Arundel and Brighton, becomes leader of 6m Catholics in England and Wales The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2025
Pope appoints new leader of Catholics in England and Wales Bishop Richard Moth replaces Cardinal Vincent Nichols as the Archbishop of Westminster The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2025
Bishop Richard Moth named new leader of Catholics in England and Wales He is the 12th Archbishop of Westminster, replacing Cardinal Vincent Nichols. Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2025
Archbishop of Westminster condemns ‘appalling strike’ on Gaza church Israel’s foreign ministry expressed its ‘deep sorrow’ over the incident. Evening Standard · Jul 17, 2025
Cardinal reveals how close real conclave was to the film Cardinal Nichols claims there was no sense of pressure among them during that time The Independent UK · May 9, 2025
Real conclave was nothing like the film, says cardinal The film stars British actor Ralph Fiennes as well as Hollywood actors Isabella Rossellini and Stanley Tucci. Evening Standard · May 9, 2025
Evening Standard · May 9, 2025 New Pope Leo is gentle, calm and unifying, says UK cardinal Cardinal Vincent Nichols was one of 133 cardinals who took part in the conclave to elect the new pontiff.
Evening Standard · May 8, 2025 White smoke from Sistine Chapel confirms new Pope elected An announcement in Latin of Habemus Papam, meaning ‘we have a Pope’ is made alongside the new pontiff’s appearance.
Evening Standard · May 8, 2025 More black smoke from Sistine Chapel signals wait for new pope goes on A new pope requires a two-thirds majority in the voting.
Evening Standard · May 8, 2025 Cardinals resume voting as world watches Vatican City for white smoke Up to four rounds of voting can take place each full day of conclave, two in the morning and two in the afternoon.
The Independent UK · May 7, 2025 Black smoke confirms no pope elected in first conclave voting round The secret meeting to elect a new pontiff began on Wednesday afternoon.
Evening Standard · May 7, 2025 Black smoke from Sistine Chapel chimney confirms no pope elected in first conclave vote Cardinals to return to Sistine Chapel on Thursday to continue secret meeting to elect new pontiff
Evening Standard · May 7, 2025 All eyes on Sistine Chapel for smoke as secret conclave begins to elect new pope White smoke will confirm a new pontiff to lead the world’s Catholics has been chosen.
Evening Standard · May 7, 2025 Conclave cardinals told choice for next pope is of ‘exceptional importance’ The electors met for mass at St Peter’s Basilica ahead of the conclave in the Sistine Chapel from Wednesday afternoon.
The Independent UK · May 6, 2025 UK cardinal’s final reflections before entering conclave to elect new pope Cardinal Vincent Nichols is one of more than 130 electors
The Independent UK · May 6, 2025 Papal conclave begins – what is it and how long might it take? The secret meeting of cardinals to elect a new pope is beginning on Wednesday.
The Independent UK · May 6, 2025 UK cardinal asks for prayer as conclave begins and world watches for new pope Three British cardinals are involved in the secret meeting to choose a new pontiff.