Talks are taking place for Northern Ireland's first minister to be invited to the Pope's funeral in Rome on Saturday.

Dozens of notable state leaders, royals and other dignitaries will be at the Vatican service to remember Pope Francis ...

Northern Ireland Office minister Fleur Anderson has indicated opinion polls will determine if and when a border referendum is called.

First Minister Michelle O'Neill will travel to Rome to attend the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday. She will join ...

They identified "grievance within the union" as a major issue, with 77 per cent of Reform voters backing a rule-change in ...

Pope Francis introduced changes to the papal funeral rites in 2024 which were aimed at simplifying the ceremonies.

Thousands more are expected to flock to pay their respects throughout Thursday and until 7pm local time on Friday.

Lord Hodge added that trans people are a "vulnerable and often harassed minority", who "struggle against discrimination and prejudice as they seek to live their lives with dignity". That dignity ...

Pope Francis has died, a senior Vatican official has said. Camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell said in a statement on Monday: “At 7.35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of ...

King Charles III and Prime Minister Keir Starmer led an outpouring of tributes in the UK after the Vatican’s announcement ...

King Charles has said he and Queen Camilla have "heavy hearts" after Pope Francis's death, as they paid tribute to his "compassion" and "tireless commitment" to people of faith.

O'Neill recalled Pope Francis' visit to Ireland in 2018 where "he spoke passionately in support of the peace process". "He also marked the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, giving thanks ...