The funeral of Pope Francis was watched by millions world-wide. It attracted as many viewers as any major sporting event could hope to. It was a solemn and yet majestic occasion as we were all...

Cash strapped Somerset Council charges £1,100 for a standard 40 minute service at his crematoria in Taunton and Yeovil.But some funeral directors have branded the new fee 'emotional blackmail' and...

The Farrell family is in mourning following the death of Eamon Farrell, father of celebrated actor Colin Farrell. The former Shamrock Rovers footballer passed away after a prolonged illness at...

Coronation Street star John Saint Ryan won’t have a funeral after his sudden death aged 72. The actor played Charlie Whelan in 60 episodes of the ITV soap, known for his on-screen relationship with...

Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are escaping “awful April” bill increases because they live in taxpayer-subsided accommodation. Households across the country face higher energy, water and...

Gill and Paul were together for 42 years and married for 31 of them. (Image: SWNS)A British woman faced a "bureaucratic nightmare" after her husband died on their retirement holiday - and she had to...

A new update into Gene Hackman's death brings fresh heartbreak for his surviving family members. It is still unsure where the remains of the Hollywood star, who died aged 95, and his wife Betsy...

Covid memories: Giving birth alone, pavement pubs and hugs outside funerals4 hours agoGrace DeanBBC NewsNik BarrattFor some, lockdown was a time of baking banana bread, rekindling relationships with...