High anxiety and whispers of a conclave: How the Vatican is dealing with Pope Francis’ hospitalization
With Pope Francis entering his fourth week in hospital, those working in the Apostolic Palace are grappling with the ...
A day in the world’s smallest country: What to see inside Vatican City
Vatican City, the world's smallest country, is known for its iconic landmarks such as St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican ...
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Vatican eyes end of hospitalization as Pope Francis’ health improves
Pope Francis's condition is improving and doctors no longer fear for his life, the Vatican said Monday, indicating the ...
Who's who at the Vatican? Here's what to know amid Pope Francis health concerns
For more than two weeks, eyes have been on the Vatican, awaiting news about Pope Francis' health. The pope has been at Rome's Gemelli Hospital since Feb. 14, 2025, being treated for double pneumonia ...
Vatican City has had no births in 96 years, and here’s the reason why
Vatican City, the world's smallest country, hasn't seen a birth in 96 years due to its unique population of celibate clergy ...
Daily vigil is held in Vatican City to pray for the pope
Cardinal Baldassare Reina led the daily vigil Thursday in St. Peter’s Square to pray for Pope Francis. The pope continued to ...
Pope Francis remains stable after thanking public for prayers, Vatican says
Pope Francis "had a tranquil night and woke shortly after 8 a.m.," the Vatican said, coming a day after he made his first ...
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Vatican Appoints First-ever Female President, Raffaella Petrini
Raffaella Petrini has been appointed as the first female President of the Vatican City State becoming the governor of the ...
The pope has increased his physical activity and celebrated the start of Lent, Vatican says
Pope Francis increased his physical activity Wednesday, called the Catholic parish priest in Gaza and celebrated the start of Lent by receiving ashes on his forehead, the Vatican said.
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Vision of Pope Francis has signalled shift in how Vatican views women in leadership
Do recent reforms signify a genuine commitment to inclusivity or are they merely symbolic gestures aimed at appeasing critics, ask Dr Bronagh McShane in an article first published in the Irish Times.