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World at war with itself over issues of meaning

The Pope says the world is at war, and that this is not a war of religions but of interests, money, and resources. That said, a religious element cannot be denied, writes TP O’Mahony 

Tue, 02 Aug, 2016

France launches air strikes on IS in Syria after Friday's attacks on Paris

French security forces struck back on two fronts last night following Friday’s terror attacks in Paris, launching a bombing campaign against Islamic State in Syria, as a manhunt got under way for a man suspected of being on the run after the attacks.

Mon, 16 Nov, 2015

French students vow to step up protests against new job law

FRENCH students vowed yesterday to step up their protests against a new youth work contract after mass marches and a general strike planned for tomorrow if the government does not withdraw the law.

Mon, 27 Mar, 2006

Believers across the world united in prayer

MILLIONS of faithful around the world were praying for Pope John Paul II, as the 84-year-old head of the Catholic Church appeared to be approaching his final hours.

Sat, 02 Apr, 2005

Pope misses Good Friday service

THE Pope’s own suffering kept him away from his flock on Good Friday, as Christians reflected on the suffering of Jesus on the most solemn day of the church calendar.

Sat, 26 Mar, 2005