Pope Francis faces strenuous week amid health issues
The pontiff is facing a packed schedule over Easter after having to scale down his involvement in services due to poor health in recent months.
Pope Francis issues rare health update
The Pope has said his health is good enough to carry on and that the option of retiring is only a "distant hypothesis."
Pope Francis rebellion grows as 90 Catholic figures sign scathing letter
Conservative Catholics have organized an open letter against Pope Francis.
Pope Francis should be arrested over "perverted" book, Archbishop says
The archbishop has become an increasingly outspoken critic of the Pope and the church as it navigates topics like sexuality.
Evangelical leader accuses pope of creating "division" with LGBTQ+ views
Pope Francis last week approved a ruling at the Vatican that permitted priests to administer blessings to same-sex couples.
Pope Francis reveals surprising plans for his funeral
Pope Francis could become the first in more than 100 years to defy a Vatican City tradition.
Why the next pope won't be good news for American conservatives
Pope Francis has angered some American Catholic conservatives, such as by speaking out against the "cold logic of the market."
Questions surround rare Vatican investigation into U.S. bishop
Joseph Strickland, head of the Catholic church in Tyler, Texas was subject to an apostolic visitation—but questions remain as to the reason why.
Former Pope Benedict dead at 95: Tributes flood in for ex-church leader
Benedict XVI became the first pope to resign from office in almost 600 years when he stepped down in 2013.
Pope Francis laments 'famine of peace' in Christmas message
The pope called for an end of the war in Ukraine, and asked people to continue paying attention to conflicts and humanitarian issues around the world.
Putin's invasion of Ukraine is a "world war" with no "end" in sight: Pope
In a new interview with a Spanish newspaper, Pope Francis also spoke about his health problems and revealed what he wants for Christmas.
Russia says Vatican apologized over Pope's "cruel" ethnic minorities remark
Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova claimed the "incident" is now considered "closed" by Russia.
Putin ally criticizes pope for "offensive and racist" comments about troops
"Catholicism brings death," Vladimir Solovyov said on his radio show in response to the pope's comments about troops fighting for Russian forces.
Pope reveals what he regrets after years of power: "I made a mistake"
"I did what the Holy Spirit was telling me I had to do," the pope said in a recent interview.
Pope Warns Putin's Actions Raise Threat of Nuclear Attack: 'Catastrophic'
"I deeply deplore the grave situation that has arisen in recent days, with further actions contrary to the principles of international law," Pope Francis said.
Pope to Hold Rare Series of Meetings Amid Health Concerns
The 85-year-old pontiff said last month that he would have to slow down or "think about the possibility of stepping aside."
International Kissing Day 2022: 11 Kissing Techniques to Mark The Occasion
There are countless reasons for wanting to kiss someone: affection, respect, romance, custom and even bad intent.
What Happens if Pope Francis Resigns? The Protocols in Place for Retirement
Vatican experts have been wondering if the pontiff is going to announce his retirement.
Pope Benedict XVI Mishandled 4 Sexual Abuse Cases in German Diocese: Report
A report by a German law firm found that retired Pope Benedict XVI was likely aware of sexual abuse in the Munich Archdiocese in the 1970s and 1980s.
GOP Man Who Called Pope Jewish Agent Says He Has 'Beef' With 'Banking Jews'
"I'm a tech entrepreneur who retired early and am bored and lazy so this is how I'm sharing some theories I have," said tech guru Dave Bateman.
Pope Francis Denounces 'Cancel Culture' During Address to Diplomats
The pontiff also strongly condemned anti-vaxxers during an address to diplomats.
Pope Francis Says People Who Choose Pets Over Having Kids Are Selfish
The pontiff made the comments while discussing adoption, which he said is preferable to having pets as a substitute for children.
White House Press Protest Over Ban on Live Coverage of Biden's Pope Visit
Joe Biden's first meeting as U.S. president with Pope Francis at the Vatican will not be broadcast live.
Pope's Iraq Trip Must Highlight Precarious Situation of Assyrian Christians
Rather than highlight the plight of Assyrians and other Christian groups in the Middle East, Pope Francis' visit may end up worsening their situation.
The Pope Met a Different Kind of Ayatollah—As a Shiite Muslim I am Hopeful
Shiite Islam, including Grand Ayatollah Ali al Sistani and his millions of followers around the world, are important to the future of coexistence in the Middle East and across the world.
The 'War on Christmas': A History of the Season's Biggest Cultural Debate
It wouldn't be the holidays without the annual talk about the so-called "War on Christmas." But when did this controversy actually start?
NY Bishop Talks About Supreme Court Ruling on COVID Restrictions
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio said that he didn't feel that the Supreme Court ruling was protesting lockdowns in the way that Pope Francis spoke about those who opposed restrictions.
After Maradona's Death, His Opinion of America Resurfaces
The soccer star was an admirer of Hugo Chavez and Fidel Castro, frequently criticizing the United States, including one notable incident in 2007 on Chavez's TV show.
How Instagram Continues to Be Cultural Hub on Its 10th Birthday
"Instagram has a become a place very quickly over the past 10 years, where pop culture happens, and where new trends emerge. I think it's changed the way we all relate to the things we're most interested in," Porch told Newsweek.
On His Birthday, Let's Remember the Time Ringo Starr Dissed the Pope
"Didn't the Vatican say we were satanic or possibly satanic?"