Spain, Portugal to investigate cause of massive blackout
Experts are investigating the causes of the unprecedented blackout that disrupted millions of lives, the first mass electrical outage on a grid largely powered by wind and solar energy.
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George Pell’s rival will not vote in conclave
A cardinal embroiled in a feud with Australia’s George Pell will abstain from conclave after a letter written by the late Pope was uncovered in a scene reminiscent of the Ralph Fiennes movie.
Paedophile Rolf Harris’ mansion put up for sale
The disgraced Australian entertainer’s riverside mansion has quietly hit the market for millions, two years after his death.
Andrew has ‘no way back’ to royal life after Giuffre’s death
Royal experts have said Prince Andrew cannot return to public life after the death of Virginia Giuffre as the victim of Jeffrey Epstein has been remembered as a “fierce warrior”.
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‘Profound’: Catholic faithful farewell ‘People’s Pope’
As the sun shone down on a cool day in St Peter’s Square, 250,000 people came out to farewell the pontiff. See the photos.
Pope Francis’s funeral in pictures
Royals and international dignitaries alike descended on Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis. Here, we take a look at the best photos from the historic day.
Pope Francis’ coffin ceremonially sealed ahead of funeral
The coffin of Pope Francis has been sealed after three days in a ceremony that marks the beginning of the pontiff’s journey to his final resting place. See the photos, follow updates.
Aussie cardinal ‘nervous’ ahead of conclave
Australia’s only cardinal — the world’s youngest — has candidly revealed his thoughts on the formidable task of choosing a new pontiff ahead of the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome.
How Virginia Giuffre’s life spiralled after sex slave hell with Epstein
Prince Andrew and convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual assault accuser Virginia Giuffre described her early years as nothing but “pain and abuse”. Here’s a look at her life.
In photos: Sky darkens as faithful make final farewells to Francis
Gloomy skies above the Vatican matched the sombre mood of mourners making for a fitting final day of public viewing of Pope Francis’ coffin. See the photos.
Queen Mary to attend pope’s funeral
The Aussie-born Queen will join 130 foreign delegations at Pope Francis’s funeral, including 50 heads of state and 10 reigning monarchs. See the list of VIPs.
Princess Anne joins Aussies in Gallipoli
Princess Anne has layed a wreath at Anzac Cove in Gallipoli where the largest crowd of Australians in five years has attended a dawn service. Follow updates.
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