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Now playing Next United Kingdom Charles III makes his first Christmas message as King Britain’s new monarch has evoked memories of his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, as he broadcast his first Christmas message as monarch in a speech that also paid tribute to the “selfless dedication” of the country's public service workers. 25/12/2022
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Now playing Next Vatican Pope uses Christmas Urbi et Orbi message to lament 'icy winds of war' The traditional Christmas Day message was delivered from the main balcony of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. 25/12/2022
Now playing Next Cyprus Paphos bishop elected as new leader of Cyprus Orthodox Church Bishop Georgios was elected after the death in November of Archbishop Chrysostomos II. 24/12/2022
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Now playing Next Europe News Senator asks for inquiry into 1983 disappearance of 'Vatican Girl' The unresolved disappearance of Vatican resident Emanuela Orlandi has captured the imagination of Romans and Italians alike for four decades. 23/12/2022
Now playing Next Vatican 'Elegant demon': Pope warns Vatican workers over sense of superiority The leader of the Catholic Church criticised Vatican bureaucrats, telling the Holy See faithful that they "could easily fall into the temptation" of acting holier than thou or feeling like they are better than the rest. 23/12/2022
Now playing Next Crossing Cultures Forged from fire: how swords shaped China and Europe's culture A co-production with CGTN For millennia swords have held deep cultural significance in both Asia and Europe. In this episode of Crossing Cultures, we head to Toledo in Spain and Longquan in China to meet the swordsmiths still forging in the ancient tradition. 22/12/2022
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Now playing Next USA Zelenskyy thanks 'every American' in a rousing Congress speech The Ukrainian president's first known trip outside his country since Russia invaded in February was aimed at reinvigorating support for his country at a time when there is concern that allies are growing weary of the costly war. 22/12/2022