The canonisation of José Gregorio Hernández, between politics, diplomacy and religion in Venezuela

On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV canonised Venezuelans José Gregorio Hernández, a lay doctor, and Carmen Rendiles, a nun, the first saints of Venezuela, in a ceremony in St. Peter’s Square before tens of thousands of faithful. Along with Hernández (1864-1919) and Rendiles (1903-1977), he also canonised Ignacio Choukrallah Maloyan, Armenian Catholic Archbishop of Mardin, Turkey; […]

Forget watering this autumn: plant these local perennials in October and provide an unexpected refuge for a whole host of birds

Autumn is here with its misty mornings and golden leaves, transforming every corner of the garden into a living painting. But why spend hours watering and maintaining your garden when you can take advantage of this season to structure your landscape while supporting biodiversity? Every year, many people miss the boat and deprive themselves of […]

Citrus fruits: why they are key to health and how to reap their benefits

Nutritionists at Cleveland Clinic describe the many benefits of oranges, lemons and other varieties, and include recommendations for adding them to your daily diet. Citrus fruits strengthen the immune system and protect cardiovascular health, according to Cleveland Clinic. With their characteristic colour and unmistakable aroma, citrus fruits not only captivate the senses but, according to […]

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