Easter
Christian commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus
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Easter, also called Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, is a Christian festival and cultural holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day of his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary c. 30 AD. It is the culmination of the Passion of Jesus, preceded by Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance.
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Pope delivers Easter blessing in first significant public appearance since illness Pope Francis has made a brief appearance to bless crowds gathered to celebrate Easter Sunday at the Vatican.Sky News - Published | |
Prince Andrew joins King and Queen at Easter Sunday church service Prince Andrew was among members of the royal family who attended the traditional Easter Sunday service in Windsor.Sky News - Published | |
Celebs With The Easter Bunny ... Hoppy Easter!Celebs get so frigin' egg-cited when the Easter Bunny hops up, but only in Hollywood will you find the bougiest of bunnies dressed to the 9s with big celebs! Whip your hare back 'n forth, 'cuz it's..TMZ.com - Published | |
'My home changed completely': Father grieves for children killed in Israeli strike on church building As people take a break for the Easter holiday, in the Gaza Strip there is no respite from the 18-month-long war with Israel.Sky News - Published | |
Margot Robbie Soaks Up Sun in Bikini, Wears 'Mama' Necklace on VacationMargot Robbie is enjoying some much-needed R&R after becoming a new mother ... lighting up the beach in a tight gray bikini just months after giving birth. The actress was down in her native Australia..TMZ.com - Published | Why Putin has suddenly offered an 'Easter truce' - and the interesting way it's being presented Well it is something, but it's by no means everything - a ceasefire for 30 hours, not 30 days.Sky News - Published |
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More than 1,000 miles of roadworks lifted to allow 'smooth' Easter getaway More than 1,000 miles of roadworks are set to be lifted in England to allow for millions of motorists to have a "smooth" journey over the Easter holidays.Sky News - Published | Polo G's Mother Files Restraining Order Against Daughter After StandoffPolo G's family drama is spilling into the court system -- his mother Stacia Mac just filed for a domestic violence restraining order against her own daughter. In court docs, obtained by TMZ Hip Hop,..TMZ.com - Published |
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TMZ TV Hot Takes: Tori Spelling's Divorce Filing, Diddy's Easter Message, Mike Vrabel's Vegas VisitHave a bad case of the Mondays??? Cheer yourself up with some hot takes courtesy of TMZ. Let's start out on "TMZ Live," where Harvey and Charles broke down Tori Spelling's divorce filing ... and how..TMZ.com - Published | Angie Harmon's Family Dog Shot and Killed By DeliverymanAngie Harmon is devastated after her dog, Oliver, was shot and killed by a deliveryman over Easter weekend. The actress shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram Monday ... claiming an InstaCart..TMZ.com - Published |
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Kate Beckinsale Posts from Hospital Bed on Easter Amid Mystery IllnessKate Beckinsale continues to leave people alarmed about her as she posted an update from her hospital bed on Easter ... this as her mystery illness drags on. The actress took to Instagram on Sunday to..TMZ.com - Published | Taylor Swift Wears a Bunny Suit as a Baby in Easter ThrowbackTaylor Swift is leaning into Easter with a little throwback clip for her fans, which shows her a sweet little baby dressed up as a bunny ... albeit a good month before the holiday back then In honor of..TMZ.com - Published |
King Charles III Attends Easter Service Amid Cancer BattleKing Charles III may be ill, but he bounced back for a big public appearance Sunday ... attending Easter services at Windsor Castle. KC and Camilla rolled up to St. George's Chapel and there was..TMZ.com - Published | King attends Easter Sunday service but William and Kate absentThe King waved to well-wishers as he attended the traditional Easter Sunday church service at Windsor Castle in a rare public appearance since he was diagnosed with cancer.Sky News - Published |
Biden criticised by Trump campaign for declaring Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter SundayDonald Trump's campaign has criticised Joe Biden for declaring Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) would be recognised on Easter Sunday.Sky News - Published | Celebunny Ears ... Hoppy Easter!Will the real easter bunny please stand up?! These famous folks proved there ain't just one real bad bunny in town ... hop into your festive feels and come celebrate Easter with Hollywood's Cutest..TMZ.com - Published |
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Wardley & Clarke set for Easter Sunday showdownFabio Wardley defends his British heavyweight belt against Frazer Clarke on Easter Sunday in a fight billed as "bad blood" a year in the making.BBC Sport - Published | King expected to attend Easter Sunday service but other popular royals will be absentKing Charles is expected to attend the traditional Easter Sunday church service later, in one of his few appearances since last month's cancer diagnosis.Sky News - Published |
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Yellow weather warning extended as snow blankets parts of UK ahead of EasterWinds of up to 70mph are battering the south coast of England, with the arrival of heavy showers and hail as the Easter weekend kicks off.Sky News - Published | Charity issues Easter appeal for forever homes as five dogs seek their 'happily ever after'An animal charity has issued an Easter appeal as it seeks forever homes for five of its dogs.Sky News - Published |
King delivers personal Easter message following cancer diagnosisThe King has said he is continuing to serve the nation with "my whole heart" in a personal Easter message in the wake of his and the Princess of Wales's cancer diagnoses.Sky News - Published | |
