Following the Vatican’s announcement on Monday of Pope Francis’s passing, the Roman Catholic Church will proceed through a series of established rituals marking the transition from one papacy to the next: The pope’s camerlengo (chamberlain), Cardinal Kevin Farrell, will officially confirm the death. He will then seal the pope’s private apartment and begin preparations for the funeral. The camerlengo, along with three assistants, will determine when the pope’s coffin will be moved to St. Peter’s Basilica for public viewing. They will also ensure that the pope’s “Fisherman’s Ring” and his lead seal are broken to prevent their future use. Notably,…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88, marking the end of a rather transformative, if sometimes turbulent, reign. His death follows his election as Pope on March 13, 2013. It occurs shortly after his discharge on March 23rd from a 38-day hospital stay. As tributes pour in from world leaders, we reflect on some key moments from his life: — Jorge Mario Bergoglio was born on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to Italian immigrant parents. He was ordained a priest in the Jesuit order in…
Prince Andrew appeared “restricted” during his rare public appearance at the Easter Sunday service held at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor. The “disgraced” Duke of York “emerged from the shadows” to join senior royals, including King Charles and Queen Camilla, according to a body language expert. Speaking with The Express, body language expert Judi James noted that Andrew’s movements seemed limited to conversing with his brother-in-law, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence. “Having maintained a low profile until that moment, Andrew suddenly appeared from the shadows of the chapel entrance, seemingly to display his presence and status a little in the sunlight,”…
King Charles’s goddaughter has shared personal insights into her past meeting with Princess Diana, as well as the King’s character in his relationships with family and friends. During an interview with Hello! magazine, India Hicks, granddaughter of the Earl and Countess Mountbatten of Burma and King Charles III’s second cousin and goddaughter, offered candid reflections on her relationship with the monarch. She described her godfather as “very considerate,” adding, “Even before taking on the big job he’s got now, he was a spectacularly busy man but always had time to hand write a Christmas or birthday card, send a special…
King Charles has seemingly snubbed his brother, Prince Andrew, with his latest move, following the Duke’s appearance with the royal family at the Easter Sunday service. The monarch and Queen Camilla led the royal family in attending the traditional Easter Sunday service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor, joined by several family members, including Prince Andrew, his former wife Sarah Ferguson, and their daughters Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, and their respective spouses. Following the annual event, the palace, on behalf of the king, released photos of the service on social media. Notably, Prince Andrew was absent from all the photographs…
Prince Andrew’s unexpected appearance at the Royal family’s Easter service has reignited speculation about his potential return to public life. However, Prince William has taken a firm stance against the “disgraced” Duke of York resuming public duties. Andrew, the Duke of York, joined King Charles, Queen Camilla, and other senior royals at St. George’s Chapel, prompting questions about the dynamics behind the scenes. Sharing his perspective on the matter, royal expert Phil Dampier suggested that the outing appeared to be a display of family unity but also emphasized William’s strong opposition to Andrew returning to royal responsibilities. “It was very…
English comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg confessed on Sunday, while speaking to The Sunday Times, that Matty Healy did indeed try to kiss her during their Chicken Shop Date interview in 2022. “He was definitely down to kiss me,” Amelia stated. The 31-year-old added that she diffused the tension at the end of the interview by kissing the “Somebody Else” singer on the forehead instead. Reflecting on her current romantic status, the Meet the Markles star clarified that she is currently not in a relationship with anyone. “I’ve got my whole life to be settling down with someone. My life is very…
A disciplined bowling performance followed by a composed innings from Shadab Khan steered Islamabad United to a dominant six-wicket victory over Karachi Kings in the 10th match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 at the National Bank Stadium on Sunday. Chasing a modest target of 129 runs, United comfortably reached the finish line with 17 balls to spare and six wickets in hand. They began their chase aggressively with Sahibzada Farhan and Azam Khan opening the innings. The pair put on a quick 34-run stand before Farhan was dismissed by Hasan Ali after a fiery knock of 30 off…
Islamabad United opener Sahibzada Farhan has set his sights on a return to the Pakistan national team and envisions a long-term international career, relying on his impressive form in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and National T20 Cup to force his way back into national contention. In an exclusive interview with Geo News, the 29-year-old batsman emphasized his ambition to secure a stable position within the national side rather than a fleeting opportunity. “My goal is to play for Pakistan again and stay in the team for the long term, not just for one or two matches,” Farhan stated. “When…
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) commenced direct flight operations from Lahore to Baku, Azerbaijan, on Sunday, marking a significant stride in its endeavors to strengthen international connectivity and boost tourism. According to a statement released by the airline, the inaugural flight signifies the launch of a new route, representing a “milestone in the national carrier’s strategy to expand its international network and enhance connectivity between Pakistan and Central Asia.” “This initiative also reflects the growing diplomatic and economic ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan, aiming to boost tourism, trade, and people-to-people linkages,” the statement further elaborated. To commemorate the occasion, a special…
