Pope Francis, who had part of a lung removed when he was 21 due an inflammation of lung tissue known as pleurisy, has ...

While the Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, they do not ...

Francis is being treated for pneumonia, a complex infection and kidney problems that have left him in critical condition.

Monday marks Pope Francis’ 10th day in the hospital, making this equal to the longest hospitalization of his papacy.

Pope Francis remained in critical condition Sunday and blood tests showed early kidney failure but he remains alert, responsive and attended Mass, the Vatican said, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles ...

ROME and LONDON -- Pope Francis is "resting" on Monday morning after spending his 10th night in the hospital, the Vatican ...

“Pope Francis is touched by the numerous messages of affection and closeness that he continues to receive in these hours,” ...

Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, remains in a critical condition for a second day running and has shown an “initial, ...