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Grandad says he owns UK's oldest unopened Easter Egg for 92 years
The 92-year-old Easter egg has since remained unopened and in mint condition for nearly a century.
Ash Wednesday 2023: 25 Bible verses to start the first day of Lent
Here are some bible verses to make your Ash Wednesday celebrations unique and special.
Ash Wednesday 2023: Find out why, when and how it is celebrated
The ashes used for Ash Wednesday are the burnt remains of the palm branches that were used on Palm Sunday, the previous year.
As pandemic fades, Spain Easter traditions resurrected
Before the pandemic, Spain was the world's second most popular tourist destination after France.
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles show unity on Easter amid reports of differences over Oprah interview
The Queen and Prince Charles reportedly had "very different plans for how to respond" to Harry and Meghan's tell-all.
Princess Victoria twins with Kate Middleton in mustard dress in Easter special
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden filmed a special segment for Easter from her Stockholm residence.
Prince Charles makes podcast debut over Easter weekend amid coronavirus outbreak
The British royal family traditionally celebrates Easter with an annual Sunday church service, but it was cancelled this year in wake of COVID-19 crisis.
COVID-19 lockdown breach: Illegal Easter party broken up by emergency services
Emergency services responded to a 999 call reporting revellers flouting the social distancing rule.
Melania Trump reads 'The Little Rabbit' on Twitter as White House cancels Easter Egg Roll
Melania Trump spreads festive cheer by reading a children's themed book to children on Twitter.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie were once pranked by Prince William during Easter
Chef Darren McGrady, who worked as a personal chef for Queen Elizabeth II for 11 years, recalls an Easter holiday where Prince William played a prank.
Asia markets down as oil rallies on output cuts deal
The rally followed months of slumping prices after the COVID-19 outbreak sapped demand as countries around the world are under lockdown.
Boris Johnson leaves hospital as millions mark Easter in lockdown
More than 1.8 million people have been infected but glimmers of hope were emerging that the worst may be behind -- especially in Europe.
Kylie Jenner, Travis Scott spend Easter with Stormi and Kris Jenner amid lockdown
Kylie and Kris have started delivering the hand sanitiser they produced for healthcare workers and first responders in Southern California.
Queen Elizabeth II says coronavirus 'will not overcome us' in her Easter message
The monarch explained how the nation "needs Easter more than ever" in spite of the coronavirus pandemic and the lockdown guidelines.
Michele Obama grateful for 'little moments' amid virus crisis as family celebrates Easter
The former first lady of the US shared a throwback picture on her social media to wish everyone a happy Easter.
This is how Swedish, Monaco royals are celebrating Easter amid virus pandemic
While the Swedish royal family set an example by using technology to stay in touch, the Monaco royal children indulged in gardening.
How Queen Elizabeth II and British royal family will celebrate Easter amid lockdown
The queen's pastry chefs share the recipe of spiced Easter biscuits to spread cheer among amid the coronavirus outbreak.
This is how Prince William, Kate Middleton may spend Easter in Norfolk amid lockdown
The royal couple along with their three children are at Anmer Hall residence during coronavirus outbreak.
Retail sales fall away after bumper Easter trading
Average selling prices on the high street rose at their fastest pace in six years, says CBI report.
Chaos reigns at Easter egg hunt: 'It was like when Mufasa got killed in the Lion King'
Children and parents were stampeding across the field to catch the ova.
Holy Week celebrations across the world
For many Easter is a time of chocolate and bunnies, but it's the biggest festival in the Catholic calendar.
Theresa May urges Britain to 'have faith in Christ' in Brexit aftermath
The British prime minister spoke of cherishing Christian values in her Easter message.
What a good Easter Egg! Prince Harry visits Meghan Markle for secret romantic break
The Suits star is to increase her charity work, but will be 'careful' to respect Princess Diana's legacy.
Tesco apologises for 'offensive' advert claiming beer makes Good Friday 'better'
Supermarket chain accused of "religious illiteracy" in newspaper promotion.
As a Muslim, I'm ashamed so few of us speak up against the persecution of Christians
Christians are abused across the world and not enough people care.
US basketball star appears to confuse Easter parade in Spain with Ku Klux Klan gathering
Trent Lockett seemed shocked at the sight of people marching in white robes and pointed hats.
Tourists in Nigeria urged to be vigilant over Easter as Boko Haram terror plot 'foiled'
Nigerian security service claimed to have stopped a planned attack on UK and US embassies in Abuja.
UK weather: Sun cream or an umbrella this Easter – depending on where you live
What will the elements bring this Easter holiday after last weekend's record breaking temperatures?
Easter 2017: The surprising health benefits of eating chocolate according to science
Eating dark, cocoa rich chocolate can be good for your health.
Images of Holy Week 2017 in Spain: Hooded penitents parade through streets
Hundreds of processions featuring hooded figures are held around the clock during Holy Week in cities and towns all over Spain.