Pope Leo XIV's choice of name signals a commitment to social justice, very much in line with the late Pope Francis’ global ...

The immediate family of accused quadruple-murderer Bryan Kohberger will be allowed to attend his trial despite being ...

We have white smoke! 133 voting cardinals elect a new pope on Thursday, May 8, 2025, on the second day of the conclave.

Among the gathering of Roman Catholic cardinals casting secret ballots this week is Father Robert Sirico — who fans of the show noticed is a dead ringer for the fictional mafia underboss.

Some MAGA supporters are accusing the new pope of having liberal tendencies, particularly in regard to immigration.

The Chicago-born missionary took the name Leo XIV. In his first words as Pope Francis’ successor, he emphasized peace, ...

A view of St. Peter's Square during the conclave to elect a successor of late Pope Francis, at the Vatican, Thursday, May 8, ...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — White smoke poured from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel and the great bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled Thursday after cardinals elected the 267th pope to lead the Catholic ...

Americans in St. Peter’s square were stunned and joyous when they learned that an American cardinal, Robert Provost, was ...

Brother Michael Perry of Siena College, who has personal ties with the new pope, shared insights about the new pope’s ...

U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance, along with scores of other elected officials throughout the country have expressed joy and excitement over the selection of the first ...

The crowd in St. Peter’s Square erupted in cheers. The name will be announced later, when a top cardinal utters the words ...