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Quiz: How much do you know about famous hats?
Pope Leo XIV reveals reason behind papal name and visits Francis's tomb
Explosions heard after India and Pakistan agree to 'full and immediate ceasefire'
Israeli airstrikes kill 23 in Gaza as outcry over aid blockade grows
European leaders speak with Trump from Kyiv as they seek 30-day ceasefire from Russia
Irishman (87) who died after being robbed in London ‘would do anything for anyone’
Tariff talks begin between US and Chinese officials in Geneva
Johnny Fallon: The EBU is caught between a rock and a hard place when it comes to Israel
Johnny Fallon
US judge temporarily blocks Trump's plans for mass layoffs of public workers
India says it will hold back from escalation if Pakistan does the same
'Woke Marxist Pope': Why MAGA Catholics aren't too happy about the election of Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV’s brother said the new pope ‘will be looking out for the disenfranchised and the poor, and he will follow Pope Francis’.
Israel promises to respond 'forcefully' after Yemen's Houthis launch another missile at airport
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Leo, Not Leon: What the new pope’s name really says - and why some news outlets botched it
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers question woman who accused him of sexual assault
Actor Stephen Rea joins pro-Palestine demonstration calling for Irish boycott of Eurovision
Mexico is suing Google over its 'Gulf of America' label
An old Trump video, re-used Gaza footage, and other fake news from the India-Pakistan conflict
Man Utd or Spurs fan? How to get to the Europa League final in Bilbao without breaking the bank
Five other sources corroborated allegations made about Gerry Adams in BBC documentary, court hears
Eurovision organisers commit to 'discussions' on Israeli participation after meeting with RTÉ
Two men found guilty of cutting down famous Sycamore Gap tree
Taoiseach backs existing Gaza aid agencies after EU official suggests helping Israel provide aid
Yes, Pope Leo XIV has watched the hit film Conclave
First Mass: ​Pope Leo says role of Church leader is to 'move aside so that Christ may remain'
Robert Francis Prevost was elected by fellow cardinals yesterday to lead the Catholic Church.
The mass in the Sistine Chapel was broadcast by the Vatican.
Thousands of well-wishers cheered Pope Leo as he appeared on the balcony of St Peter's Basilica yesterday.
Death toll in India-Pakistan clashes hits 50 as JD Vance says conflict 'none of our business'
Boardwalk Empire actor Michael Pitt charged with sexual abuse and assault of ex-girlfriend
Big day in the Windy City: Pope's brother shares childhood stories as Chicagoans celebrate 'Bob'
“Everything dope, including the Pope, comes from Chicago!”
Russia hosts leaders of over 20 countries - including one EU member - at Victory Day parade
'Utterly shameful': Irish MEPs slam EU offer to assist Israel in replacing Gaza aid agencies
The offer was made on the same day that UN agencies condemned Israel’s proposal.
Over 350 Irish TV and film producers sign open letter calling for Israeli exclusion from Eurovision
Ex-model tells jury Harvey Weinstein sexually assaulted her when she was 16
'Did he just say Prevost?’: St Peter’s Square stunned by first American Pope, Leo XIV
Man accused of ramming Jennifer Aniston's gate appears in court shirtless and wrapped in a blanket
How the day played out as US cardinal Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV
The 69-year-old from Chicago has chosen the name Leo XIV after he was elected on day two of the conclave.
Here's What Happened Today: Thursday
'First American pope': Trump, Higgins, Martin and other world leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV
Who is Pope Leo XIV, the new American leader of the Catholic Church?
BBC ends cross-examination of Gerry Adams in libel trial after seven days on the stand
'Constructive' meeting between Taoiseach and von der Leyen as pair discuss trade, Middle East and Ukraine