The pope’s death ushers in a series of centuries-old rites, including a period of mourning, an elaborate burial and the ...

Pope Francis's death sets an ancient machinery into motion. Soon, with a puff of smoke, the last absolute monarchy in Europe ...

Black smoke fumata nera in Italian indicates an inconclusive vote, while white smoke fumata bianca will signify that a new pope has been elected. If three days pass with no pope elected, voting can be ...

After the death of Pope Francis, many people will want to check out the Oscar-winning thriller, Conclave. Find out how to watch on streaming.

Despite the papal tradition of a St. Peter’s Basilica burial, it’s expected that Pope Francis will be laid to rest elsewhere, ...

The Vatican subsequently released Pope Francis’ testament, dated June 29, 2022, confirming that he wished to be buried in the ...

Hawaii’s Catholic leaders are reflecting the life and service of Pope Francis, who passed away at 88-years-old.

At 7:35 on Easter Monday, as the bells of St. Peter’s Basilica hung in stunned silence and the air still carried the ...

Pope Francis died April 21 after suffering a stroke and heart attack, said the director of Vatican City State's department of ...

Pope Francis' cause of death has been confirmed the same day his passing was announced by Vatican officials. How did Pope ...

Pope Francis died after suffering a stroke and heart attack, said the director of Vatican City State's department of health ...