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With the prospect of success in this week’s European elections, right-wing parties are creating a new, Eurosceptic bloc. Pauline Lockwood looks at the policies behind this new political grouping.

Historian Norman Davies tells Channel 4 News why he thinks that the United Kingdom’s days are numbered – but unionists can still put off the moment of doom.

Scottish nationalists are not the only ones trying to redraw the map of Europe. Here are 10 other countries with serious independence movements.

Cardinal Vincent Nichols, asked about John Paul II’s canonisation in relation to the Catholic church’s paedophilia scandal, says the late pope “made mistakes” but is still eligible for sainthood.

Pope Francis declared his two predecessors John XXIII and John Paul II saints on Sunday in an unprecedented canonisation ceremony made even more historic by the presence of retired Pope Benedict XVI.

A phial containing Pope John Paul II’s blood and the papal cap of Pope John XXIII go on display at a Rome hospital, ahead of canonisation ceremony.

England supporters are having to pay a hefty £90 for the latest World Cup replica shirt – but compared to other nations going to Brazil they may not be getting such a raw deal.

After four consecutive defeats, England’s rugby players take on Wales at Twickenham on Sunday – with their coach warning that it is time to “deliver on the field”.

The new Silvio Berlusconi or the Italian Tony Blair? As Matteo Renzi prepares to take power, Channel 4 News asks: who is Italy’s new prime minister-designate?

If France can beat Wales this evening and Ireland defeat England at Twickenham on Saturday, it could set things up for a decider on the final weekend of this weekend’s Six Nations series.

Turkey’s parliament sees violent scenes as members of the ruling and opposition party clash – not for the first time. We look at other debates where the battle of ideas has turned physical.

Wales are on the hunt for a third consecutive Six Nations win – but are in for a rough ride as they face Ireland this weekend. Meanwhile, England visit Scotland and Italy take on France.

Prince Charles pledges £50,000 to support residents of the Somerset Levels affected by flooding, with the Duke of Westminster set to match the sum.

Wales are looking to clinch their third consecutive Six Nations title, but a raft of new players and some old hands are out to upset the party.