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Today: April 28, 2025
Today: April 28, 2025

Pope Francis

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Pope Francis' funeral scheduled to be held Saturday

Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, died at the Vatican Monday at the age of 88. He suffered a stroke and heart failure, according to the Vatican.  His funeral has been scheduled to happen at 10 a.m. local time Saturday in front of St. Peter’s Basilica as people around the world mourn Francis’ death. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who was born in Ireland and became a naturalized American citizen, is the acting head of the Vatican until a new pope is selected. He sealed the Papal Apartment of the Apostolic Palace – the traditional residence of the pope –

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis' funeral scheduled to be held Saturday
Political|Sports|World

How Pope Francis’ early life in Argentina shines light on his time in the Vatican

How Pope Francis’ early life in Argentina shines light on his time in the Vatican

April 22, 2025
How Pope Francis’ early life in Argentina shines light on his time in the Vatican
Political|World

Israel shares, then deletes, condolences over pope's death

The Israeli government shared and then deleted a social media post offering condolences over the death of Pope Francis, without saying why, though an Israeli newspaper linked the

April 22, 2025
Israel shares, then deletes, condolences over pope's death
Asia|World

The Latest: Pope Francis lies in state ahead of his funeral, set for Saturday

Pope Francis’ funeral has been set for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, and a viewing of his body will begin on Wednesday in St. Peter’s Basilica, days after the popular pontiff died at age 88

April 22, 2025
The Latest: Pope Francis lies in state ahead of his funeral, set for Saturday
Americas|Political|World

In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn’t he return?

Pope Francis never set foot in his native Argentina during his papacy

April 22, 2025
In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn’t he return?
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis worried about greeting crowd in St. Peter's Square but was thankful he did, report says

Vatican News has reported that Pope Francis was thankful that he was able to greet throngs of people in St. Peter’s Square on Easter, a day before he died

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis worried about greeting crowd in St. Peter's Square but was thankful he did, report says
Americas|Celebrity|Sports|World

Fan 88235: Pope Francis honoured by hometown soccer team in Argentina

Argentina-born Pope Francis, who died on Monday, is being honoured at his local hometown soccer club in Buenos Aires, San Lorenzo de

April 22, 2025
Fan 88235: Pope Francis honoured by hometown soccer team in Argentina
Africa|Political|World

Africans root for first Black pope in modern history

Africans are hoping one of their own could become the first Black pope in modern history and build on Francis's legacy of

April 22, 2025
Africans root for first Black pope in modern history
Europe|Political|World

While Pope Benedict XVI resigned, Francis saw his duty to be 'ad vitam'

Pope Benedict XVI stunned the world when he announced his resignation in 2013, the first in 600 years

April 22, 2025
While Pope Benedict XVI resigned, Francis saw his duty to be 'ad vitam'
Political|US|World

Pope Francis' US legacy defined by growing divisions as Catholic Right surges

When Pope Francis visited the United States in 2015, cheering crowds of Catholics and non-Catholics turned out in New York, Washington and Philadelphia to greet him

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis' US legacy defined by growing divisions as Catholic Right surges
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Abuse victims say they saw progress under Pope Francis, just not enough

When Pope Francis sat with his head in his hands and listened to accounts of clerical sexual abuse for an hour longer than scheduled during a trip to Dublin in

April 22, 2025
Abuse victims say they saw progress under Pope Francis, just not enough
Election|Europe|Political|World

What is a Roman Catholic conclave and who takes part?

Roman Catholic cardinals will hold a conclave to elect the Church's 267th pontiff and a successor to Pope Francis, who has died at the age of 88.

April 22, 2025
What is a Roman Catholic conclave and who takes part?
Europe|Sports|World

Italy's Olympic committee calls for sports events to be suspended on day of Pope Francis' funeral

The Italian national Olympic committee has asked for sports events to be suspended on Saturday, the day of Pope Francis’ funeral

April 22, 2025
Italy's Olympic committee calls for sports events to be suspended on day of Pope Francis' funeral
Europe|Political|World

HOW IS A NEW POPE CHOSEN?

The process to find Pope Francis' successor will start soon.

April 22, 2025
HOW IS A NEW POPE CHOSEN?
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis thanked nurse for surprise popemobile tour before his death

Among Pope Francis' final words was a thank you to his nurse, who had helped the pope surprise crowds in St.

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis thanked nurse for surprise popemobile tour before his death
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis' body to lie in state before funeral on Saturday

Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday in St.

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis' body to lie in state before funeral on Saturday
Asia|Political|World

Heading for Vatican, cardinal recalls Pope Francis' love for East Timor

The first ever cardinal of Roman Catholic-majority East Timor had barely had time to process the news of Pope Francis' death when he received the summons

April 22, 2025
Heading for Vatican, cardinal recalls Pope Francis' love for East Timor
Europe|Political|World

What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor

What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor

April 21, 2025
What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor
Arts|Europe|World

Papal conclave to take place in majestic Sistine Chapel

Following the death of Pope Francis, the cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church will gather at some point next month to elect a new pope in one of the most famous buildings in

April 22, 2025
Papal conclave to take place in majestic Sistine Chapel
Europe|World

Death is a new beginning, Pope Francis wrote in preface to book

Death should not be seen as the end of life but as the beginning of eternity, Pope Francis said in words he wrote only days before his final hospitalisation in the preface to

April 22, 2025
Death is a new beginning, Pope Francis wrote in preface to book
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy

The plight of migrants was one of Pope Francis’ top priorities

April 22, 2025
Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates

April 22, 2025
Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates
Environment|Political|World

Pope Francis converted to the environmental cause and denounced those he blamed for climate change

In his landmark 2015 encyclical “Praised Be,” Pope Francis cast care for the planet as an urgent and existential moral concern

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis converted to the environmental cause and denounced those he blamed for climate change
Europe|World

Why Pope Francis’ signet ring will be destroyed following his death

Why Pope Francis’ signet ring will be destroyed following his death

April 22, 2025
Why Pope Francis’ signet ring will be destroyed following his death
MidEast|World

For Iraqi Christians, Pope Francis' visit was a rare moment of hope

The death of Pope Francis has sent shockwaves through Iraq’s Christian community, where his presence once brought hope after one of the darkest chapters in the country’s recent history

April 22, 2025
For Iraqi Christians, Pope Francis' visit was a rare moment of hope
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia

Pope Francis's death has elicited an outpouring of grief in Indonesia, with tributes in the world's largest Muslim-majority country praising the pontiff's

April 22, 2025
Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia
Asia|Political|World

China expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis

China's foreign ministry on Tuesday expressed condolences over the death of Pope Francis, but said it had no information to share on who might attend the funeral.

April 22, 2025
China expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis
Europe|World

Pope Francis broke with tradition in choosing St. Mary Major for burial

Pope Francis, who visited more than 60 countries during his papacy, will make his final journey along the road from Vatican City to the Esquiline, one of the seven

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis broke with tradition in choosing St. Mary Major for burial
Asia|Political|World

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican

April 22, 2025
Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican
Asia|World

Tears, memories as fervently Catholic East Timor mourns Pope Francis

More than 1,500 people packed into a cathedral in East Timor on Tuesday and an overspill of hundreds swarmed outside as one of the world's most devoutly Roman

April 22, 2025
Tears, memories as fervently Catholic East Timor mourns Pope Francis
Australia|Election|Political

Australians start voting in general elections as pope's death overshadows campaigning

Australians have begun voting at general elections as the death of Pope Francis had led to a cancellation of campaign events

April 22, 2025
Australians start voting in general elections as pope's death overshadows campaigning
Asia|Political|World

'A true father to us' - Filipinos mourn Pope Francis

Filipinos knelt before a framed photo of Pope Francis surrounded by flowers and candles inside the Manila Cathedral on Tuesday for a solemn Mass

April 22, 2025
'A true father to us' - Filipinos mourn Pope Francis
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis' conservative critics had a unique way to oppose him: a retired pontiff

Every pope has his critics

April 22, 2025
Pope Francis' conservative critics had a unique way to oppose him: a retired pontiff
Americas|Europe|Political|World

An Irish-born American cardinal is entrusted as the 'camerlengo,' running the Holy See between popes

An Irish-born American cardinal was entrusted by Pope Francis to be the camerlengo, the Vatican official who runs the Holy See after the death of one pontiff and before the election of another

April 22, 2025
An Irish-born American cardinal is entrusted as the 'camerlengo,' running the Holy See between popes
Australia|Election|Political|World

Australian PM attends mass for Pope, services are planned across region

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cancelled some of his election campaigning events on Tuesday to mark the death of Pope Francis, while

April 21, 2025
Australian PM attends mass for Pope, services are planned across region
News|World

What happens after Pope Francis' death?

Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, died at 88-years-old at the Vatican Monday. This is the beginning of a period of mourning, which will eventually lead to the selection of his successor.  There is a set of rules in place from the Vatican to govern the papal transition. The traditional process starts with cardinals – who are senior officials appointed by the pope – from around the world going to the Vatican to gather for the conclave.  All of the cardinals who are eligible to vote – those who are under the age of 80 – gather to

April 21, 2025
What happens after Pope Francis' death?
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Brazil's Lula to attend Pope Francis' funeral

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and first lady Janja Lula da Silva will travel to Rome to attend Pope Francis' funeral, the Brazilian government said in a statement

April 21, 2025
Brazil's Lula to attend Pope Francis' funeral
Americas|Political|World

Pope Francis was a source of controversy and spiritual guidance in his Argentine homeland

The faithful in Pope Francis’ hometown lit candles in the church where he found God as a teenager

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis was a source of controversy and spiritual guidance in his Argentine homeland
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Reactions to the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday. He was 88, and had suffered a serious bout of double pneumonia.

April 21, 2025
Reactions to the death of Pope Francis
Americas|Europe|Health|Political|World

OBIT: POPE FRANCIS DIES AT 88

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who reshaped the Catholic Church, dies at 88, the Vatican has announced.

April 21, 2025
OBIT: POPE FRANCIS DIES AT 88
Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who transformed the Catholic Church, dies on Easter Monday

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who transformed the Catholic Church, dies on Easter Monday

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis, voice for the poor who transformed the Catholic Church, dies on Easter Monday
Europe|Political|US|World

Meet the US cardinal now running the Vatican

Meet the US cardinal now running the Vatican

April 21, 2025
Meet the US cardinal now running the Vatican
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis led the church with humility and simplicity

Pope Francis understood the power of a simple touch

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis led the church with humility and simplicity
MidEast|Political|World

Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza

In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis had a frequent ritual: He would call the lone Catholic church in the Gaza Strip to see how people huddled inside were coping with a devastating war

April 21, 2025
Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza
Europe|World

Pope Francis gives Easter blessing on St. Peter’s Basilica balcony in last appearance

Pope Francis gave the traditional Easter blessing on Sunday, appearing from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in front of delighted crowds in what was his last appearance. CNN Vatican correspondent Christopher Lamb reports.

April 20, 2025
Pope Francis gives Easter blessing on St. Peter’s Basilica balcony in last appearance
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Sports world mourns soccer-loving Pope Francis with games in Italy and Argentina postponed

Top-flight soccer matches in Italy and Argentina have been postponed after the death of Pope Francis

April 21, 2025
Sports world mourns soccer-loving Pope Francis with games in Italy and Argentina postponed
Europe|World

Pope Francis asked to be buried 'in the ground,' without grave decoration

Pope Francis confirmed in his final testament that he wished to be buried in Rome's Basilica of Saint Mary Major and not at St.

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis asked to be buried 'in the ground,' without grave decoration
Europe|Health|World

Pope died of a stroke and heart failure, Vatican doctor says

Pope Francis died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, Vatican doctor Andrea Arcangeli said in a death certificate released on Monday for the 88-year-old pontiff.

April 21, 2025
Pope died of a stroke and heart failure, Vatican doctor says
Europe|Political|World

Who could be the next pope? Some possible candidates

Predict who the next pope will be at your peril.

April 21, 2025
Who could be the next pope? Some possible candidates
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies after stroke and cardiac arrest

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday after suffering a stroke and cardiac arrest,

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies after stroke and cardiac arrest
Europe|World

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

Pope Francis has died at age 88

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88
Europe|World

Two papal deaths 20 years apart, one expected, the other a surprise

When Pope John Paul II died on the evening of April 2, 2005, the whole world knew it would be coming at any moment.

April 21, 2025
Two papal deaths 20 years apart, one expected, the other a surprise
Europe|Political|US|World

JD Vance was one of the last leaders to meet with Pope Francis

One of Pope Francis’ final encounters before his death was with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who visited the Vatican over the weekend

April 21, 2025
JD Vance was one of the last leaders to meet with Pope Francis
Americas|Environment|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Pope Francis dies at age 88

Pope Francis has died at age 88

April 21, 2025
The Latest: Pope Francis dies at age 88
News|Local|World

Pope Francis dies at the Vatican at age 88

Pope Francis Dies at the Vatican at Age 88

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis dies at the Vatican at age 88
Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis gave women Vatican roles, but held back on wider changes

One of the most long-lasting impacts of Pope Francis' pontificate may be his appointment of more women than ever before to top Vatican positions.

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis gave women Vatican roles, but held back on wider changes
Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis spent final day working, despite doctors' orders

After spending more than five weeks in hospital for a bout of double pneumonia, doctors told Pope Francis he needed two months' rest - but the leader of the

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis spent final day working, despite doctors' orders
Europe|World

Catholics around the world mourn 'humble' Pope Francis

Members of the 1.4 billion-member global Catholic community expressed grief on Monday at the death of Pope Francis aged 88, many praising him as a humble man

April 21, 2025
Catholics around the world mourn 'humble' Pope Francis
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Catholics express hurt over late Pope's war stance

Worshippers coming out of a Catholic church service in the Ukrainian city of Lviv on Monday expressed sorrow at the death of Pope Francis, but also lingering

April 21, 2025
Ukraine's Catholics express hurt over late Pope's war stance
Europe|Political|World

After Pope Francis' death, focus turns to cardinals who will choose his successor

With the death of Pope Francis, announced by the Vatican on Monday, Roman Catholics around the globe will start speculating on who among the red-robed

April 21, 2025
After Pope Francis' death, focus turns to cardinals who will choose his successor
Environment|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump and Francis, both elected as outsiders, sparred from afar on policy and diverged on leadership style

Trump and Francis, both elected as outsiders, sparred from afar on policy and diverged on leadership style

April 21, 2025
Trump and Francis, both elected as outsiders, sparred from afar on policy and diverged on leadership style
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly

Members of Gaza's tiny Christian community said they were "heartbroken" on Monday at the death of Pope Francis, who campaigned for peace

April 21, 2025
Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death

Tributes to Pope Francis are pouring in from around the world

April 21, 2025
Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death
Americas|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis, the Argentine pontiff, never returned home

Argentines long waited for Pope Francis to visit the homeland he left in 2013 to become the head of the Roman Catholic Church.

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis, the Argentine pontiff, never returned home
Americas|Lifestyle|Travel|US|World

Denver woman recalls meeting Pope Francis on her honeymoon, and being inspired to serve others

Denver woman recalls meeting Pope Francis on her honeymoon, and being inspired to serve others

April 21, 2025
Denver woman recalls meeting Pope Francis on her honeymoon, and being inspired to serve others
Europe|World

Vatican suspends Acutis ceremony after pope's death but Jubilee continues

The canonisation of the first saint of the millennial generation, Carlo Acutis, has been suspended due to Pope Francis' death, the Vatican said in a statement on Monday.

April 21, 2025
Vatican suspends Acutis ceremony after pope's death but Jubilee continues
Celebrity|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis: His pontificate in numbers

Here are some statistics about Pope Francis, whose death at the age of 88 was announced by the Vatican on Monday.

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis: His pontificate in numbers
Asia|Political|World

Philippines Marcos describes Pope Francis as "best pope in my lifetime"

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Monday described Pope Francis as the "best pope in my lifetime," as he expressed deep sorrow over his passing.

April 21, 2025
Philippines Marcos describes Pope Francis as "best pope in my lifetime"
Americas|Political|World

Argentina mourns its compatriot Pope Francis

Argentines held a special Mass and lit candles on Monday, mourning in shock for their countryman Pope Francis, who has died after battling

April 21, 2025
Argentina mourns its compatriot Pope Francis
Europe|World

The canonization of the first millennial saint, Carlo Acutis, is postponed after the pope's death

The Vatican says the canonization of the first millennial saint, Carlo Acutis, has been postponed due to the death of Pope Francis

April 21, 2025
The canonization of the first millennial saint, Carlo Acutis, is postponed after the pope's death
Asia|Political|World

East Timor president says death of Pope Francis a 'tremendous loss' for the world

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta said on Monday the death of Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, was a tremendous loss for the world, not just

April 21, 2025
East Timor president says death of Pope Francis a 'tremendous loss' for the world
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Putin praises Pope Francis, sends his condolences

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent his condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, the Kremlin said on Monday.

April 21, 2025
Putin praises Pope Francis, sends his condolences
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies, on death of Pope Francis

Taiwan will send envoys of the "appropriate level" to Pope Francis' funeral given the deep friendship between the island and the Vatican, the Taiwanese foreign ministry said on

April 21, 2025
Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies, on death of Pope Francis
Americas|Environment|Health|Political|World

Francis: The ‘outsider’ pope who faced fierce resistance to his reforms

Francis: The ‘outsider’ pope who faced fierce resistance to his reforms

April 21, 2025
Francis: The ‘outsider’ pope who faced fierce resistance to his reforms
Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Pope Francis' papacy in his own words

Below are some memorable quotes from Pope Francis, whose death at the age of 88 was announced by the Vatican on Monday.

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis' papacy in his own words
Europe|Political|World

Italian PM hails Pope Francis' help in hard times

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni mourned Pope Francis on Monday as a friend who had given her comfort in tough times and done his duty to the end.

April 21, 2025
Italian PM hails Pope Francis' help in hard times
Europe|Health|Political|World

The life and times of Pope Francis

Following are some of the major events of the life and ministry of Pope Francis, who has died at the age of 88.

April 21, 2025
The life and times of Pope Francis
Americas|Political|World

From Buenos Aires to Rome: Key dates in the life of Pope Francis

The first pope from the Americas was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Dec. 17, 1936

April 21, 2025
From Buenos Aires to Rome: Key dates in the life of Pope Francis
Europe|World

The rites and rituals following the death of a pope, his funeral and burial, explained

The death of a pope sets in motion a series of carefully orchestrated rites and rituals well before the conclave to elect his successor begins

April 21, 2025
The rites and rituals following the death of a pope, his funeral and burial, explained
Europe|Political|World

'Who am I to judge?' Pope Francis had an informal, lighthearted speaking style

Pope Francis had an informal, lighthearted speaking style

April 21, 2025
'Who am I to judge?' Pope Francis had an informal, lighthearted speaking style
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Pope Francis reached out to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition

Pope Francis was the first pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit pontiff and the first to take the name of Francis, after St. Francis of Assisi

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis reached out to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition
Europe|Political|World

Francis changed church policy on the death penalty and nuclear weapons but upheld it on abortion

Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s teaching in areas such as the death penalty and nuclear weapons

April 21, 2025
Francis changed church policy on the death penalty and nuclear weapons but upheld it on abortion
Europe|Political|World

What happens now, after the death of Pope Francis

Here is what happens next in the Roman Catholic Church following the death of Pope Francis, which was announced by the Vatican on Monday.

April 21, 2025
What happens now, after the death of Pope Francis
Environment|Lifestyle|World

Pope Francis: Key moments from his life

Here are some facts about Pope Francis, who has died at the age of 88. - Jorge Mario Bergoglio was born on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, of Italian immigrant

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis: Key moments from his life
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire

Pope Francis changed the face of the modern papacy more than any predecessor by shunning much of its pomp and privilege, but his attempts to make the

April 21, 2025
Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire
Europe|Political|World

What happens when a pope dies?

With the death of Pope Francis, announced by the Vatican on Monday, the Roman Catholic Church will begin elaborate rituals steeped in tradition that mark the

April 21, 2025
What happens when a pope dies?
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis emerges from convalescence on Easter, delights crowd with popemobile tour

Pope Francis has emerged from his convalescence on Easter Sunday to bless people in St. Peter’s Square and treat them to a surprise popemobile romp through the square

April 20, 2025
Pope Francis emerges from convalescence on Easter, delights crowd with popemobile tour
Europe|Political|US|World

Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday after tangle over migration, gets chocolate eggs for kids

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has met briefly with Pope Francis on Easter Sunday as the pontiff recovers from pneumonia

April 20, 2025
Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday after tangle over migration, gets chocolate eggs for kids
Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

April 20, 2025
Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia

Pope Francis entered St.

April 20, 2025
Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia
Europe|Political|US|World

Pope Francis, a Trump critic, meets US VP Vance on Easter morning

Pope Francis held a private meeting at the Vatican on Sunday morning with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, the Vatican said in a statement.

April 20, 2025
Pope Francis, a Trump critic, meets US VP Vance on Easter morning
Europe|Political|US|World

Vatican notes 'exchange of opinions' over migrants, prisoners in meeting with Vance

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has met with the Vatican’s No. 2 official as they the sides spar over the U.S. crackdown on migrants

April 19, 2025
Vatican notes 'exchange of opinions' over migrants, prisoners in meeting with Vance
Europe|Political|US|World

Vance, Vatican officials engage in ‘exchange of opinions’ over migrants

Vance, Vatican officials engage in ‘exchange of opinions’ over migrants

April 19, 2025
Vance, Vatican officials engage in ‘exchange of opinions’ over migrants
Europe|Political|US|World

Vatican holds 'cordial' talks with Vance after criticisms of Trump policies

U.S.

April 19, 2025
Vatican holds 'cordial' talks with Vance after criticisms of Trump policies
Europe|World

Four centuries later, Easter's date remains divisive. Some church leaders want that to change

Eastern and Western churches will celebrate Easter on the same day this year, while marking 1,700 years since the Council of Nicaea unified Christian doctrine

April 19, 2025
Four centuries later, Easter's date remains divisive. Some church leaders want that to change
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis, still recovering, skips Rome's annual Good Friday procession

Pope Francis, still recovering from double pneumonia, did not attend an annual procession on Friday at Rome's Colosseum with thousands of Catholic faithful for the third year

April 18, 2025
Pope Francis, still recovering, skips Rome's annual Good Friday procession
Europe|Political|US|World

Vance, Catholic at odds with Pope Francis, attends Vatican's Good Friday service

U.S.

April 18, 2025
Vance, Catholic at odds with Pope Francis, attends Vatican's Good Friday service
Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis’ Easter is going to look a little different this year. Here’s how

Pope Francis’ Easter is going to look a little different this year. Here’s how

April 18, 2025
Pope Francis’ Easter is going to look a little different this year. Here’s how
Europe|Health|World

A recovering Pope Francis visits Rome prison to keep annual Holy Week appointment

Pope Francis has visited Rome’s main prison and kept an Easter season appointment to spend Holy Thursday among the least fortunate

April 17, 2025
A recovering Pope Francis visits Rome prison to keep annual Holy Week appointment