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Country diary: A three-day perambulation around my own parish

Golden Valley, Herefordshire: Even vicars can get stuck too much behind a desk, and the 800th anniversary of St Francis of Assisi’s death is a good excuse to strike out, and speak to local people

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16

Streeting ‘reassured’ by Hegseth that Ukraine’s access to Starlink restored

The Defence Secretary told his US counterpart the UK’s role was to ‘bring harmony’ amid strained US-Ukraine relations.

Evening Standard · Oct 15

Streeting ‘reassured’ by US defence secretary Hegseth that Ukraine’s access to Starlink restored

Growing anxieties over Washington's ongoing dedication to Kyiv come after the Starlink disruption and Mr Trump’s decision to relax sanctions concerning Russian diesel

The Independent UK · Oct 15

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Italy marks 800 years since St Francis' death with a national holiday

On the 800th anniversary of his death, Euronews revisits Saint Francis' meeting with the Sultan of Egypt and what this charismatic figure still has to teach us.

Euronews · Oct 2

Italy unveils 1,500km trail network dedicated to Saint Francis ahead of Pope’s Assisi visit

'The Way of Francis – The Way of Light' routes are being promoted as part of celebrations to mark 800 years since the death of Italy’s patron saint.

Euronews · Aug 5

Seaside shenanigans, Newcastle grit and dinosaurs of the deep – the week in art

Rye spies a quirky summer show, Leonora Carrington’s surrealism is knowingly Freudian and ancient reptiles take over the Natural History museum

The Guardian - UK · Jul 3

Quote of the Day by Saint Francis of Assisi: “What is it that stands higher than words? Action. What is it that stands higher than action? ...” Learn the life-changing lessons from a man who walked away from riches, found true purpose, and inspired generations to live better

Quote of the Day by Saint Francis of Assisi delivers a timeless lesson that feels more relevant than ever. The famous Saint Francis of Assisi quote, “What is it that stands higher than words? Action. What is it that stands higher than action? Silence,” reveals a powerful truth about wisdom,…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

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Quote of the day by Saint Francis of Assisi: 'He who works with his hands is a labourer...' Powerful life lesson from Italian mystic and poet on why some people create art while others just work for money

Quote Of The Day: A timeless quote attributed to Saint Francis of Assisi distinguishes labourers, craftsmen, and artists by their level of engagement: hands, hands and head, or hands, head, and heart. This message resonates deeply in today's world, highlighting the importance of passion, purpose, and genuine care in transforming…

The Economic Times · May 19

Italy’s far-right government revives holiday for saint at ‘core of our nation’s identity’

Millions of Italian workers expected to get day off every 4 October in honour of Saint Francis of Assisi

The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2025

Poor Clare review – sassy spin on a medieval saint asks pithy questions

Casting two Netflix stars in this funny and astute modernisation of the life of Saint Clare of Assisi shows that the gulf between rich and poor never changes

The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2025

Robert Prevost Becomes First US-Born Pope In History, Will Be Known As Pope Leo XIV

Robert Prevost — now known as Leo XIV — has been announced as the 267th leader of the Catholic Church, becoming the first American-born cardinal to become Pope.

Pedestrian.tv · May 8, 2025

How branding made Francis the ‘People’s Pope’

From papal selfies to the viral generative AI images featuring a stylish puffer jacket, Pope Francis became a prominent popular culture figure during his papacy.

The Conversation · Apr 22, 2025

‘He stood for love and peace’: Australian parishioners and politicians pay tribute to Pope Francis

The federal election campaign takes a breather as mourners gather at cathedrals to honour the ‘very special’ late pontiff

The Guardian - AU · Apr 22, 2025

Pope Francis has died: A step-by-step guide to what happens in next days

Unlike pontiffs before him, Pope Francis wished to be buried in a single coffin in Santa Maria Maggiore.

Al Jazeera · Apr 21, 2025

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The Conversation · Apr 21, 2025

Pope Francis dies: an unconventional pontiff who sought to modernise Catholicism

From the moment of his election in 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the man who became Pope Francis, proved himself to be unconventional.

International Business Times · Apr 10, 2025

Pilgrims In Italy Flock To Tomb Of First Millennial Saint

Assisi has long been a place of pilgrimage, but these days the faithful come not for Saint Francis but for a tech-savvy teen soon to become the first millennial saint.

The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2024

Assisi braces for visitor influx as Jubilee year for Catholics starts on Christmas Eve

Some in the small, medieval town famed for St Francis worry too many people will come because of ‘Millennial saint’ Carlo Acutis

The Conversation · Oct 3, 2023

Birds, worms, rabbits: Francis of Assisi was said to have loved them all – but today's pet blessings on his feast day might have seemed strange to the 13th century saint

Each year, if you happen to be in New York around Oct. 4, you may catch sight of something unusual: a whole menagerie of animals being welcomed into the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, from spaniels and parrots to even the occasional camel or cow.

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The Week · May 19, 2023

Saint Francis of Assisi review: exhibition chronicles his presence in art

It has been argued that the Italian Renaissance was “ignited by a single spark in the form of one man”, said Harry Seymour on Air Mail: Saint Francis of Assisi. Born into wealth in Umbria around 1181, Francis experienced a vision that led him to swap his “lavish lifestyle” for…

The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2023

Saint Francis of Assisi review – a saint for all seasons

Cheerful, selfless Saint Francis is forcefully present in this enthralling show of art and imagery from the Renaissance to the present inspired by the muse, mystic and social radical

The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2023

A Marvel saint, spiky sculptures and banana drama – the week in art

Saint Francis and his 800-year-old robes come to the rescue, AI collides with craft and Japanese tradition meets pop art

Evening Standard · May 3, 2023

Saint Francis of Assisi at the National Gallery review – a remarkable exhibition about a remarkable man

An excellent exploration of representations of the saint by artists from Caravaggio to Antony Gormley

The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2023

Saint Francis of Assisi review – did you know the bird-loving roamer was a Marvel superhero?

From Caravaggio’s most explicitly gay painting to the action-packed pages of a superhero comic, this exhibition of art inspired by the roving radical is enrapturing

Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2023

Saint Francis of Assisi: who was the man behind the National Gallery’s new blockbuster exhibition?

The Guardian - UK · Mar 21, 2023

On the trail of the other Saint Francis in Italy’s deep south

A new series of long-distance hikes in Calabria take in captivating scenery and the legacy and legends of eco-conscious Saint Francis of Paola, the first recorded vegan

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