The covers of both the zinc coffin and the wooden one bear a cross and the papal coat of arms. Francis’ coat ... With the burial, the Catholic Church begins nine days of official mourning ...

The Holy See on Sunday released the official coat of arms of Pope Leo XIV with an inscribed motto that reflects his ...

Pope Leo XIV's devotion to St. Augustine, his life and ministry as a member of the Augustinian order and his focus on the ...

The heraldic design of Leo’s papal coat of arms features a fleur-de-lis on a blue background, symbolizing the Virgin Mary, ...

Pope Leo XIV has officially unveiled his papal coat of arms and motto, both deeply rooted in his Augustinian background and ...

Maro Itoje of England will captain the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia later this year. The 93-cap veteran, who made his Lions debut as a 22-year-old in New Zealand in 2017, was ...

it is often forgotten that the Irish Catholic Church remains a legitimate political constituency in Ireland. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel Stay up to date with all the latest news ...

THE British and Irish Lions head down under for their summer tour of Australia in 2025. Irish head coach Andy Farrell will take charge of the side for the first time, after Ireland enjoyed roaring ...