Pope Francis

Francis famously rejected the more secure, enclosed Popemobiles used by his predecessors, calling them 'sardine cans' that created distance between the Pope and the people.

The Vatican's secret conclave to choose the next Pope has started, with uncertainty on timing

Millions are now being wagered online on who will be the next Pope, extending the reach of digital betting to the traditionally secretive papal conclave.

As the Catholic Church moves towards selecting its next leader, global attention focuses on potential candidates.

Becciu who once a leading papal conteder is the first cardinal in modern history to be tried and convicted by the Vatican's criminal court.

Following Pope Francis's death, interest in papal-themed films like Conclave, The Two Popes and The Young Pope has surged as audiences reflect on the future of the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis has chosen the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome as his final resting place, a decision rooted in his deep devotion to Mary.

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle emerges as a prominent figure in discussions about who will succeed Pope Francis, but his age presents a potential obstacle.

Pope Francis's sudden death at 88 has ignited intense speculation about his successor and the future of the Catholic Church.

Pope Benedict XVI's historic resignation in 2013 paved the way for Pope Francis's election, sparking ongoing comparisons between their papacies.

Trump's relations with Pope Francis soured during the 2016 presidential campaign when the pope criticised the idea of building a wall at the US-Mexico border.

While a precise date for the funeral has not yet been officially confirmed, sources within the Vatican suggest that the ceremony will likely take place later this week

Pope Francis' net worth, real name, family, health updates, and personal passions—including his love for wine and football—revealed.

Pope Francis remains in critical condition after suffering a severe asthmatic crisis and pneumonia, with Vatican officials warning that his health is rapidly deteriorating.

Pope Francis has reportedly planned his burial at Santa Maria Maggiore, breaking with tradition as Vatican insiders prepare for his funeral amid concerns over his health.

Pope Francis pioneers G7's address and advocates AI regulation amid global concerns on rights and peace.

The Vatican has reported a second miracle that can soon make Blessed Carlo Acutis, a Saint.

Earlier this year, Pope Francis personally experienced the power of AI technology, when he became the subject of a viral internet trend

Pope Francis apologised for slapping the hand of a woman who grabbed him on New Year's Eve.

Former Irish president Mary McAleese has strongly criticized the Catholic Church over a lack of gender inclusion and LGBT rights.

Pope Francis jokes that gossiping nuns are 'terrorists' during visit to the Church of the Nazarenas in Lima, Peru.

Pope Francis conducted an impromptu wedding of a couple of flight attendants aboard the papal plane as he traveled from Santiago to Iquique, Chile.

Nine churches have been firebombed in the past week, and scores of demonstrators were arrested during his first open-air mass in Santiago.

The Vatican pontiff's comments come in the wake of Hawaii false alarm over missile launch and North Korea scenario.

Catholic Church rocked by new sex abuse allegations as Sion bishop Jean-Marie Lovey apologises for clerical abuse by 10 paedophile priests in Switzerland.

Australian commission publishes report that finds "catastrophic failures" by Catholic Church to address child sex abuse allegations and calls on Vatican to overhaul celibacy rule.

The head of the Catholic church suggested that part of the Lord's Prayer was "not a good translation" and suggested it be changed.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warns that Donald Trump's decision to declare Jerusalem Israel's capital will play into the hands of terror groups in Middle East.

Pope Francis joins world leaders in criticising US President Donald Trump's expected recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Pope Francis met a group of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and pronounced the word he had so assiduously avoided only days earlier in Myanmar.