Pope Francis
Everything That's Banned for Cardinals Inside the Conclave
Pope Leo XIV (formerly Robert Francis Prevost) and other cardinals adhered to many restrictions while inside the conclave. Here's everything they were forbidden to use—or eat—during the papal vote.
May 9, 2025
Harry Styles Makes Divine Appearance at Pope Leo XIV’s Conclave Election in Vatican City
Harry Styles was among the many spectators that gathered in Vatican City to watch Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Francis Prevost, assume his new role as leader of the Catholic Church.
May 9, 2025
Has Pope Leo XIV Seen Conclave? His Brother Says…
After Robert Francis Prevost was elected as Pope Leo XIV, his brother John Prevost detailed the conversation they had before the conclave and whether he had seen the Ralph Fiennes film.
May 9, 2025
Actors Who Have Played the Pope
May 8, 2025
Who Is Pope Leo XIV: What to Know About American Cardinal Robert Prevost
On day two of the conclave and after only four rounds of voting, Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected and will be known as Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever North American pope.
May 8, 2025
Robert Francis Prevost Announced as Pope Leo XIV After 2-Day Conclave
Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevos in the U.S., has been chosen to succeed Pope Francis as the head of the Catholic Church. The announcement comes on the second day of the papal conclave.
May 8, 2025
Conclave Begins to Pick the New Pope: Who's in the Running to Succeed Pope Francis I
The conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor is underway inside the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, and these cardinals have been mentioned as potential next pontiffs.
May 7, 2025
How Does a Real Conclave Work? A Full Breakdown of the Catholic Pope’s Election
Weeks after Pope Francis' April 21 death, a conclave kicked off in the Vatican to elect a new leader of the Catholic faith. See a full breakdown of how the election process works.
May 7, 2025
Pope Francis' Funeral: Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Prince William and More Attend
Following Pope Francis' death, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Prince William and more public figures gathered in Vatican City for the pontiff's funeral April 26.
April 26, 2025
Pope Francis' Funeral Attendees
April 26, 2025
Pope Francis’ Cause of Death Revealed
After the Vatican confirmed Pope Francis died April 21 at age 88, the Catholic Church has detailed the pontiff’s cause of death.
April 21, 2025
Vice President JD Vance Details Meeting Pope Francis Hours Before His Death
Vice President JD Vance detailed his meeting with Pope Francis only hours before the religious leader’s death at the age of 88, paying homage to the head of the Catholic Church.
April 21, 2025
Pope Francis Made Final Appearance at Easter Celebration Hours Before His Death
Pope Francis blessed a crowd of over 35,000 gathered at St. Peter's Square on Easter, just hours before the Vatican confirmed his death at the age of 88.
April 21, 2025
Pope Francis Dead at 88
April 21, 2025
Pope Francis' Final Appearances
April 21, 2025
Pope Francis Dead: King Charles III and More World Leaders Pay Tribute
After Pope Francis' death on April 21, King Charles III and more leaders paid tribute to the pontiff, who was hospitalized earlier this year while battling pneumonia in both lungs.
April 21, 2025
Pope Francis' Doctors Considered Letting Him Die in Peace Amid Health Crisis
After Pope Francis returned home from the hospital following a near-fatal double-pneumonia diagnosis, his doctors detailed his five-week treatment—including the moment they thought he might die.
March 25, 2025
Pope Francis Speaks Out in Audio Clip for First Time Since Hospitalization
Pope Francis, who remains in stable condition, shared an audio message expressing his gratitude after he was hospitalized and diagnosed with double pneumonia nearly three weeks ago.
March 6, 2025