Pope Francis

 A woman holds a picture of Pope Francis inside Buenos Aires' Metropolitan Cathedral, after the deat

British scientists find treatment for disease that contributed to Pope Francis’s death

The drug is manufactured by the US firm Insmed and made possible after 15 years of research by scientists from the University of Dundee.

President Herzog plans to attend the Pope’s official inauguration ceremony

Herzog is expected to participate in the event alongside other foreign leaders. 

 Merchandise featuring images of Pope Leo XIV is displayed at a shop in Rome, Italy, May 13, 2025.

Lions of the Church: The most fascinating popes named Leo

From theologians to tacticians, emperors to reformers (and provocateurs), the Leos remind us that papal power isn’t always quiet, nor always humble, but is often fascinating.

New pope Leo XIV faces scrutiny over past handling of clergy‑abuse cases

Resurfaced allegations state that the new pope failed to act against accused priests in Illinois and Peru, raising questions about how he will address clergy sexual abuse.

Catholic cardinals signal with black smoke there is no new pope yet

Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin, who served as the Vatican's number two under Francis, and Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle are considered the front-runners.

By REUTERS
08/05/2025

Before his death, Pope Francis gave Popemobile to Gaza children for medical use

Ahead of his death in April, Pope Francis directed the Catholic relief organization Caritas to turn the vehicle into a medical clinic used to treat Palestinian children.

Trump calls AI pope image a joke, but experts say it’s no laughing matter

Trump told reporters on Monday that the pope image was posted as a joke on his Truth Social account, which was then reposted by the White House across social media.

By REUTERS
06/05/2025

'Even Iran sent a minister': Did petty politics keep Israel from sending rep to the Pope's funeral?

Conference of European Rabbis President Pinchas Goldschmidt discusses Pope Francis' legacy on Israel and views on the Ukraine war and Israel-Hamas war.

Voices from the Arab press: Pope Francis and peace with Islam

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

By THE MEDIA LINE
03/05/2025

The best movies on Vatican, the Pope to watch alongside next week's conclave

Lev Cinemas is bringing back the movie Conclave just in time for next week's religious ritual.

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