Who are the shepherds in the Bible? Shepherds are primarily those responsible for tending livestock, usually goats or sheep—vital resources in a fundamentally pastoral civilization. The Hebrews ...

The Old Vic will host Academy Award-winner Rami Malek, and Olivier Award-winner Indira Varma for Ella Hickson’s new adaptation of Sophocles’ classic tragedy. It’s the second star-studded production of ...

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Anne Shepherd, a beloved mother, grandmother, treasured historian, and lover of the natural world, whose vibrant spirit has left an indelible mark ...

Many dogs are natural-born comedians. They can make us laugh over some of the simplest things without even trying. This German Shepherd’s feelings on green beans exemplify these comedic talents. His ...

Princess Anne delighted onlookers on Wednesday as she arrived at St Mary Magdalene Church on the Sandringham estate for the annual Christmas Day church service. The Princess Royal, 74, was spotted ...

Dr. J. Marshall Shepherd, a leading international expert in weather and climate, was the 2013 President of American Meteorological Society (AMS) and is Director of the University of Georgia’s ...

According to this narrative, the shepherds are lying in the fields tending their flock when an angel appears and tells them about the birth of a baby. It’s a part of the tale that most of us are ...

When they retired, Anne and Zoe sold their cottage and one of their two rental properties, investing the proceeds in financial markets. They own their Ottawa-area house and the remaining rental ...

Anne Hegerty, also known as The Governess, has dismissed rumours of her departure from Beat the Chasers after she was replaced on the show. The TV personality did not feature in the episode, which ...

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Sea Shepherd founder Paul Watson was arrested in Greenland in July on a Japanese arrest warrant dating back to 2014. Japanese authorities accuse Mr Watson of injuring a crew member of a Japanese ...

Princess Anne is a no-fuss royal, and the release of her annual Christmas card was a low-key affair. The card was shared on Facebook by Reliant Motor Club, of which the Princess is an honorary member.