Since the moment of his election in 2013, Pope Francis captivated the world not only with his simple style and familiar ...

The 88-year-old Pope died on Easter Monday following a cerebral stroke that led to a coma and irreversible heart failure.

The world is in mourning as Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, with his funeral set for April 26 in St. Peter's ...

When the late Pope Francis first stepped on to the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica following his election 12 years ago, he ...

For years, people have speculated about what secrets the Vatican keeps locked away. Its archives stretch over 50 miles ...

As the Catholic Church gets ready to choose a new leader, many are hopeful that the next pope could become the first African ...

The vice president broke a crucial rule while touring the historical Italian city and its magnificent Sistine Chapel ...

Survivors of church sexual abuse acknowledge Francis took important steps, but say his successor must do more to tackle ...

Pope Francis' death has changed the plans of many people visiting the Italian capital, with thousands flocking to St Peter's ...

So many mourners lined up to see Pope Francis lying in state​ that the Vatican kept St. Peter's Basilica open all night to ...

Pope Francis took steps to address abuse. But cases continue to emerge, especially in Africa and Asia, with the potential to ...

Pope Francis, one of the most progressive leaders of the Catholic Church the world has witnessed so far, passed away after ...