Daily Archives: April 8, 2012

Per Ardua Ad Astra

This is a cheap way to see the Earth hanging like a toy in the vastness of space. Take one inquisitive child, one compliant Dad, one weather balloon and one iPhone….. A big worry is if the iPhone ends up … Continue reading

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The Holy Father’s Message for Easter 2012 – ‘Urbi et Orbi’.

Pope Benedict XVI celebrated Mass this Easter Sunday in St Peter’s Square, after which he offered the urbi et orbi benediction – the blessing of the city and the world – which it is tradition for the Pope to give … Continue reading

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