Sistine Chapel to close ahead of conclave: Here's how it's preparing

Work to prepare the Sistine Chapel for the gathering of the cardinals to elect a new pope has begun.

Why Crimea is so important to Russia and Ukraine

The strategic peninsula of Crimea is crucial in US-led efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine.

What impact is the blackout in Spain and Portugal having and how long will it last?

An "exceptional and extraordinary" power outage has brought large parts of Portugal and Spain to a standstill.

Kim Kardashian to testify in Paris armed robbery trial as proceedings get under way

A trial has started in France over the 2016 heist in which armed robbers tied up Kim Kardashian and stole millions of dollars' worth of jewellery during Paris Fashion Week.

Number killed in Iran explosion rises to 65 after Tehran denied blast was 'linked to fuel for missiles'

The number of people killed in an explosion at Iran's biggest container port has risen to 65, with over 1,200 injured, according to state media.

Date set for conclave to decide next pope - here's how the secretive process works

The conclave to elect Pope Francis's successor will begin on 7 May, the Vatican has announced.


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