Easter, also called Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, is a festival and holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day after his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary c. 30 AD. It is the culmination of the Passion of Jesus, preceded by Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance.
Across the Western world we are entering dangerous waters, as public disdain for others becomes the norm rather than the exception. Easter can inspire us to think differently. The Age - Published
Business Insider recently wrote, "The Easter holidays aren't always spent in church, painting eggs and eating chocolate. Many countries have their own Easter myths and legends which have now become as..
Catholic worshippers led by the archbishop of Paris Monsignor Michel Aupetit and the archpriest of Notre-Dame Cathedral Patrick Chauvet, walked the procession of the Way of the Cross near Notre-Dame..
Reuters reports Pope Francis led services on Good Friday which he dedicated to migrants and the victims of human trafficking. Marking his seventh Easter as the Roman Catholic leader, Pope Francis led a..
Scotland Yard has warned environmental protesters will face a "robust response" if they target Heathrow Airport, ruining families' Easter holiday breaks. The force said it has "strong plans" in place..
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Parts of the UK will be hotter than some of Europe’s top holiday destinations over the Easter weekend, with temperatures exceeding 20C (68F). As sunseekers plan to go away over the coming weeks, the..
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Firefighters worked through the night on Monday to save the Notre-Dame's main bell towers and outer walls from collapse, before bringing the blaze under control. Michelle Hennessy reports.
ComicBook.com reports Amazon has announced a one-day-only Gold Box sale on Hasbro toys just in time for Easter. Popular toys featured in the sale include Marvel Legends figures, Nerf toys, and many..
Pope Francis waved palm and olive branches in St. Peter’s Square for this Palm Sunday. For Christians, Palm Sunday is the day Jesus rose into Jerusalem and was called a Messiah. According to Reuters,..
Tens of thousands waved palm fronds and olive branches in St. Peter's Square on Palm Sunday, as Pope Francis called for the Church to be humble. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
The Mayor of London has said the Conservative Government has forced City Hall to fight crime with 'one hand tied behind our backs', claiming a Jeremy Corbyn-led Labour government would be safer for the..
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A rundown of some of the most unusual and luxurious Easter treats on sale in 2019. Contenders include a luxurious chocolate Scotch egg, a chocolate teapot, and an egg made entirely of cheese.
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A baby girl in Western Australia is among those killed on Australian roads this Easter long weekend, bringing the total deaths so far to 12. SBS - Published
Marcus Hutchins has admitted US malware charges (Picture: PA) A British computer expert who was hailed as a hero for shutting down a cyber attack on the NHS has admitted writing malware used to steal.. WorldNews - Published
Geelong star Gary Ablett has used an Easter message to explain why he liked and unliked Israel Folau's controversial social media post. SBS - Published
Two elderly men - aged 71 and 92 - have died on NSW's roads over the Easter long weekend following separate crashes at Inverell and Beecroft. SBS - Published
With spending on chocolate in Australia expected to exceed $200 million this Easter, there are calls to ensure what you buy is fairtrade and slavery-free. SBS - Published
Christians celebrate Easter as Passover continues, we've reached the 20th anniversary of Columbine and more things to start your weekend.
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Penalty rate cuts will cost ordinary workers hundreds of dollars over Easter, Bill Shorten warns, as he resumes his federal election campaign after a day off. SBS - Published
Penalty rate cuts will cost ordinary workers hundreds of dollars over Easter, Bill Shorten warns, as he restarts his federal election campaign after a day off. SBS - Published
A multi-day storm system is hitting the East Coast and causing flight delays and cancellations during a busy travel day ahead of Passover and Easter.
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Theresa May wore a hi-visibility jacket to help marshal a Good Friday race in her constituency, after returning from her Easter holiday in Wales. A smiling prime minister handing out water to thirsty.. WorldNews - Published Also reported by •Independent
Thirteen people were killed in a south-eastern province of South Africa during an Easter service after a church wall collapsed on them late on Thursday following days of heavy rains and strong winds,.. Reuters - Published
Drivers across Australia will face hefty fines this Easter long weekend, but those in New South Wales will cop the harshest penalties for using their phones. SBS - Published
National chains including Starbucks, McDonald's and Dunkin' will be open Easter Sunday along with Waffle House. But it's best to call and confirm.
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A strange political spat in Germany emerged on Thursday after the youth chairman of the center-left Social Democrat party said he wouldn't attend a party but "anyone who wants to go to a nightclub.. WorldNews - Published
Last week, Michel filed an interim bail plea requesting that in the holy week of Easter - from April 14 to 21 - he be permitted to attend the Easter holy mass DNA - Published
Australia's church leaders have released their Easter messages, focusing on joy and peace after a difficult year in some parts of the world. SBS - Published
More than 50,000 people are tipped to flock to the Sydney Fish Market on Good Friday where 650 tonnes of seafood are expected to be sold. SBS - Published
Christians around the world mark Holy Week, ending on Easter, the celebration of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
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More than 50,000 people are tipped to flock to the Sydney Fish Market on Good Friday where 650 tonnes of seafood are expected to be sold. SBS - Published
Australia's church leaders have released their Easter messages, focusing on joy and peace after a difficult year in some parts of the world. SBS - Published
U.S. stocks eked out gains in volatile trading on Thursday, ahead of a long Easter weekend, as strong results from industrials countered another drop in healthcare stocks, with investors shrugging off.. Reuters - Published
Environmental activists plan to expand their protest to Heathrow as hundreds of thousands of passengers fly out to and from the airport over the Easter weekend. The airport said it is “working with.. WorldNews - Published
A gauge of global stocks erased this week's gains on Thursday after underwhelming manufacturing surveys from Asia and Europe and continued weakness in U.S. healthcare shares spurred profit-taking ahead.. Reuters - Published
U.S. stocks dipped in volatile trading on Thursday, ahead of a long Easter weekend, as another drop in healthcare stocks overshadowed gains from industrials after upbeat earnings. Reuters - Published
As the Easter bunny makes his way back around this year, those who celebrate are probably wondering where is the best place to do so.
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U.S. stocks were flat in volatile trading on Thursday, ahead of a long Easter weekend, as another drop in healthcare stocks blunted gains from upbeat industrial earnings and robust retail sales data. Reuters - Published
Global shares erased this week's gains on Thursday after weak manufacturing surveys from Asia and Europe stoked fears of a widespread slowdown in growth, adding to profit-taking ahead of the long.. Reuters - Published
Dozens of barefoot penitents in the Philippines whipped themselves and carried large wooden crosses in sweltering heat on Thursday as they participated in a ritual ahead of Easter in Asia's biggest.. Reuters - Published
Scott Morrison and Bill Shorten have exchanged fire over climate policy, tax and the size of budget cuts, but will have a break in hostilities for Easter. SBS - Published
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