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Bishop tells of tears at Vatican for Pope Francis ahead of funeral

Bishop Paul Tighe also said there is ‘a little bit of national pride’ that an Irish-born man is the chief organiser while the post is vacant.

UK firm Nanoco sues LG over claims of TV technology patent infringement

Runcorn-based Nanoco has filed a lawsuit in the US against the electronics giant, claiming it has wilfully infringed its intellectual property.

Hunterston B site declared nuclear-free as all spent fuel removed

The plant in North Ayrshire provided power for nearly 46 years before it was shut down in 2022.

UK cardinal says Pope’s funeral to be ‘masterpiece’ in managing ‘big egos’

Leaders and dignitaries from all over the world will attend the late pontiff’s requiem mass.

Offshore energy workers to be balloted on strikes after ‘shameful’ pay offer

The ballot opens on April 29 and runs until June 2.

Biomass power generators could be ‘marking own homework on sustainability’

The Public Accounts Committee said certification schemes aiming to ensure biomass has been sustainably sourced may not be strong enough.

Ballot opens for 2026 ahead of London Marathon on Sunday

A world-record 840,000 people entered the ballot for this year’s event, with more than 56,000 people expected to take part.

Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in Kashmir

The report of a gunfight comes amid soaring tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad after gunmen killed 26 people on Tuesday.

All bets are off on conclave outcome, says Vatican expert

UK theologian Professor Anna Rowlands said the timing of the star-studded Conclave film, released late last year, ‘couldn’t be more powerful’.

Running can help bridge Westminster divide, say MPs ahead of London Marathon

Sixteen MPs and one peer will be taking on the challenge of the London Marathon on Sunday.

Princess Royal remembers brave Anzacs in their own words at Gallipoli

Anne attended a service at Anzac Cove on the 110th anniversary of the ill-fated assault by Australian and New Zealand troops.

Anzac Day hecklers strike as Australia, New Zealand remember fallen war heroes

At least two Australian services were disrupted by protests, with hecklers disrupting services in Melbourne and Perth.