The history of the papacy is filled with unusual, dramatic events. From a pope put on trial after death to a resignation that ...

Discussions of succession scenarios have been accelerated by the pontiff’s bout with double pneumonia and warnings that he ...

In 1934, Pope Pius XI donated 37 hectares of land on Monte ... inaugurated by St. Paul VI. On June 17, 1976, during the Feast of Corpus Christi, he celebrated Mass in the hospital’s square ...

At his Wednesday audience, when he’s in good health, Pope Francis hosts the “Sposi Novelli,” inviting newlyweds from around ...

Although Pope Francis has done many things in favor of Jews and Israel, perhaps now it is time that he, or a papal ...

Here we look at some of Poland's most famous nationals -- from years gone by to the present day. Many have influenced a world far beyond their country's boundary. Nicolaus Coperni ...

A weak and breathless Pope Francis thanked people for their prayers for his recovery in a remarkable audio message broadcast Thursday, the first public sign of life from the 88-year-old pope since ...

The Vatican released a recording of Pope Francis thanking Catholics for their prayers as his hospitalization continues. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports. Harvard announces free tuition for students ...

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It is the sixth consecutive year that Pope Francis has not participated in a joint Lenten retreat with the cardinals of the Roman Curia.