Pope Francis was the first pope to come from Latin America, offering a unique perspective on the leadership of the global ...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — A popular saying in Vatican circles is that if you “enter a conclave as pope, you leave as a cardinal.” ...

Europe’s weapons makers are prospering as the continent reconsiders its post-Cold War stance of favoring domestic investment ...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s teaching in areas such as the death penalty and nuclear ...

The pope was a strong advocate for the poor and the environment and a towering figure on the world stage, addressing not just ...

Pope Francis died Monday, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for ...

The death of Francis was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Irish-born Vatican camerlengo, a position that will be ...

The international community reacts to the death of Pope Francis, a global figure whose influence went beyond the Catholic ...

Though Pope Francis outlined his wishes for a modest burial, the funeral for a pope is no simple matter. It will likely take ...

Here's a look at the well-choreographed transition process and what experts including the Rev. Robin Ryan of the Catholic ...