The late pope was the first ever to style himself Francis, a name chosen in honour of the 13th-century saint St Francis of ...

What to know about picking a new pope Pope Francis was a Jesuit priest. The Sisters of St. Joseph were founded ...

The United States is the home country of 10 of the 133 cardinals eligible to vote for the next pope of the Catholic Church.

As the secret conclave to elect a new pope is set to start on Wednesday in the Sistine Chapel, one cardinal says he has ‘no ...

Over 130 voting cardinals must decide whether to continue in the direction of Francis or elect a pope likely to choose a more traditional path.

Tributes and shows of affection towards Francis are taking place during these days of 'sede vacante', while the city is ...

The popular website, where people are randomly assigned a cardinal to pray for, has been revived for the 2025 conclave.

Speculation grows over who will be named new Pope while cardinals gather for secret election - Italian Cardinal Pietro ...

One-hundred thirty-three cardinals, mostly chosen by the late Pope Francis, are set to begin voting on Wednesday. A 2/3 majority is needed to elect a new pope. Copyright 2025 KWCH. All rights reserved ...

BANGKOK (AP) — An ethnic militia in southeastern Myanmar that has been sanctioned by the United States for alleged ...

As the papal conclave begins, diverse contenders from around the globe are considered, with a strong possibility of a new ...

Catholic cardinals are set to gather for the 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how long it could take.