On this day in 1896, William Jennings Bryan of Lincoln, Nebraska, delivered his famous “Cross of Gold” speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Bryan argued that allowing the free ...

1896: William Jennings Bryan stepped onto the podium at the Democratic National Convention inside the Chicago Coliseum at ...

The dramatic arrest of the notorious Vumbunu brothers, Abraham and Elijah Temayi, in South Africa has reignited public ...

This Via Crucis was celebrated by Pope John Paul II on Good Friday in 1991. These stations reflect deeply on the Scriptural accounts of Christ's passion. Before each station: Minister: We adore ...

As with all Meghan Quinn books, it’s very funny, with just the right amount of heart to ground it from absurdity. You’ll love ...

The women’s European Championship commenced on July 2 and already promises to live up to its billing as England set out to ...

Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass "for the care of creation" on the grounds of the Borgo Laudato Si' ecology center in Castel ...

A pair of lightweight hiking pants here to safeguard your legs from nature's owies — poison ivy, pesky mosquitos, loose twigs, stray thorns...just to name a few ... It has camped, hiked, worked on ...

The Statue of Liberty is an icon of our political freedom. The Cross is an icon of our spiritual freedom. The Statue of ...

Archbishop Eamon Martin unveiled and blessed the bronze statue of Saint Oliver Plunkett in Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Armagh, to honour all martyrs for the faith. The statue had been sculptured by ...

Students at a secondary school in Bedlington showcased their artistic talents to colourful effect when they took part in a competition to design a stained-glass window.

OPEN DAY at Greyfriars the country estate in Winchelsea will be on Sunday July 20th. This is an opportunity to learn more about weddings, events and accommodation available at this 19th century house.