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JAMEY KEATEN and NICOLE WINFIELD ECONE, Switzerland (AP) — A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics on Wednesday directly defied Pope Leo XIV by celebrating an ancient Latin Mass to consecrate four bishops without his consent, dismissing the threat of schism and excommunication and justifying their actions as a “sacred duty” to defend the Catholic faith. Bells tolled through the mountain valley of Econe, Switzerland, as the Society of St. Pius X began the solemn ceremony at its seminary.

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euronews The iconic St. Bernard dogs are still roaming the Alpine trails where they built their legendary reputation as mountain rescuers centuries ago. At the Great St. Bernard Pass on the Swiss-Italian border, the Barry Foundation now cares for 32 dogs, preserving the historic breed while supporting animal-assisted visits to hospitals, schools and care homes.

David Mouriquand Today is International Joke Day, the annual celebration which encourages people to start the second half of the year with a smile on their faces. Especially when laughter can be in short supply when reading news headlines. Those who choose to celebrate can either do so by telling a joke to a friend or co-worker, or by simply watching some comedy to lift their spirits. Some may choose to research the first joke ever told...

[] This year's edition of the anticipated annual bridal showcase of luxury hotel Conrad Manila, Inspired Beginnings , also marked the hotel's 10th anniversary celebration. The three-day bridal fair took place from June 26 to 28, with world-renowned designer Furne Amato kicking off the festivities with a solo avant-garde bridal collection titled Harvest.

Levi Winchester Premium Bond results for July 2026 have been announced by NS&I today - and two lucky people are waking up £1million richer. The first £1million winner is from Reading and they hold £49,931 in Premium Bonds . The maximum you can hold is £50,000. Their winning bond number was 250TP871786 and it was purchased in July 2015. The second £1million winner is from Warwickshire and they have £14,000 invested in Premium Bonds. Their winning bond number 217AV429216 was purchased in January 2014.

Tony Mogan Manchester City star Rayan Cherki appeared to blank France boss Didier Deschamps after Les Blues' thrilling World Cup win over Sweden. The 2018 champions booked their place in the last 16 of the competition after a scintillating 3-0 victory over Graham Potter's side on Tuesday night.

Joe Williams Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is reportedly ‘getting closer' to completing a move to Tottenham despite Man City wanting to hijack the deal. Spurs have already made big strides in the transfer market with the Tottenham hierarchy getting four deals over the line ahead of the start of the new season.