Former Pope Benedict to have simple funeral after lying in state
The body of Benedict will lie in state in St. Peter's Basilica on Monday and remain there for three days before his funeral.
Sun Jan 01 2023
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI dies at age 95
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who had been the first German pope in almost 500 years, died on Saturday at the age of 95, the Vatican announced.
Sat Dec 31 2022
Pope marks first Christmas as crowds flock to Bethlehem
Pope Francis held his first Christmas Eve mass in the Vatican on Tuesday by highlighting the role played by humble shepherds in the Nativity, as thousands flocked to Bethlehem.
Wed Dec 25 2013
Pope prepares historic meet with predecessor Benedict XVI
Pope Francis prepared to go face to face with his predecessor Benedict XVI on Saturday in a historic meeting between two men with very different styles but important core similarities.
Sat Mar 23 2013
Living ex-pope an invisible presence at conclave
Retired pope Benedict XVI is gone but far from forgotten as cardinals begin voting for candidates to replace him.
Wed Mar 13 2013
Clergy abuse victims try to sway pope vote
As cardinals prepare for the conclave to elect the next pope, victims of sex abuse by clergymen are trying to ensure the vote doesn't go to anyone they accuse of helping cover up the scandal.
Mon Mar 11 2013
World awaits historic conclave to elect new pope
Roman Catholic cardinals from around the world will assemble in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel from Tuesday for a conclave to elect a new pope.
Sun Mar 10 2013
Angelo Scola: An Italian cardinal in Benedict XVI's mould
Milan archbishop Angelo Scola is the leading Italian candidate to succeed Benedict XVI and an advocate of dialogue with Islam.
Fri Mar 08 2013
Benedict XVI steps down as pope
Benedict XVI has become the first pope to resign in over 700 years, telling a tearful crowd of faithful.
Fri Mar 01 2013
Symbols of Pope Benedict XVI's final hours
Pope Benedict XVI's final hours as pontiff on Thursday will be filled with tradition and symbols that underline the historic.
Thu Feb 28 2013
Pope readies departure after emotional public farewell
Pope Benedict XVI will spend his final night in his Vatican apartments after bidding an emotional farewell to 150,000 pilgrims.
Thu Feb 28 2013
Top British Catholic quits after sexual advances claims
Britain's most senior Roman Catholic cleric resigned as head of the Catholic Church in Scotland in the wake of claims that he made sexual advances towards priests.
Tue Feb 26 2013
Emotional Pope says God asked him to retire
Pope Benedict XVI delivered an emotional last Sunday prayer in St Peter's Square, saying God had told him to devote himself to prayer but assuring supporters he would not "abandon" the Church.
Sun Feb 24 2013
Vatican condemns scandal ahead of pope's resignation
The Vatican condemned Italian media reports of intrigue, corruption and blackmail among senior prelates.
Sat Feb 23 2013
Pope to quit Twitter after stepping down: Vatican Radio
The pope's official Twitter account, which has more than two million followers in nine languages, will close next week when Benedict XVI leaves office.
Fri Feb 22 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024