A Mankato native who spent most of his journalism career covering the Vatican provided some dope on popes, his review of a ...

Holy father, I dare tell you that all of Mexico congratulates you and is with you,” Aguiar Retes says he told Pope XIV.

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Cardinal Blase Cupich visited the Chicago school that became a viral sensation for holding a mini conclave while the real ...

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Two Brazilian nuns have gone viral after dropping an impromptu beatbox and dance session during a Catholic television program.

Cardinal David, one of the 133 cardinal electors who voted for the new pope, shares a rare glimpse into the Conclave.

Between the excitement over Pope Leo XIV and the Jubilee celebrations, Rome is the place to be this summer. The travel consultants to the A-list share their secrets to soaking in the dolce vita in ...

The former Cardinal Robert Prevost vowed to work for unity. “I think he will inspire,” said Susan Hanssen, a professor who was born in Chicago and just arrived in Rome to teach.

Prevost, who was promoted by Francis and has a knack for management and a zeal for missionary work, was a stronger candidate than many outside the Vatican knew.

The newly anointed Pope Leo XIV came to the balcony clad in a white cassock topped by a red cape trimmed in ermine and draped in a gold embroidered sash. He clasped his hands in prayer and smiled as ...

The master of ceremonies has called "extra omnes" -- ordering all those who are not cardinal electors to exit the Sistine Chapel prior to the start of the conclave. The door to the Sistine Chapel ...