Vatican

Belgian PM to attend inauguration of Pope Leo XIV

Belgian prime minister Bart De Wever will attend the inauguration mass of Pope Leo XIV in Rome on Sunday, his office announced on Saturday. Belgium’s King Philippe and Queen Mathilde earlier announced that they

2 weeks ago

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde to attend inauguration of Pope Leo XIV

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3 weeks ago

Politics

Habemus papam: Robert Francis Prevost elected new Pope

The American Robert Francis Prevost has been elected Pope. At 19:24 local time, he stepped onto the balcony of St Peter’s to greet the faithful for the first time as Leo XIV.

3 weeks ago

Opinion·World

Habemus papam: the new Pope has been elected

The 133 cardinals, gathered in conclave since last night, have elected a new Pope. White smoke has just billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, signalling the decision.

3 weeks ago

World

Lobbying for next pope heats up, with outcome less predictable than ever

Francis sought to lower age profile and broaden spread of college of cardinals and for most it is their first conclave Conservative and progressives will intensify efforts to shape the future of

1 month ago

World

Crowds paying tribute to Pope lying in state at St Peter’s Basilica

The body of Pope Francis, laid out in an open coffin, was carried in a solemn procession from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City to St Peter’s Basilica. Cardinals,

1 month ago

World

Pope Francis dies aged 88

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88 at his residence Casa Santa Marta, the Vatican has announced. “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of

1 month ago

World

Pope to give blessing from hospital window in first appearance since getting ill

Pope Francis will appear in public again on Sunday for a greeting and blessing to the faithful after the traditional Angelus Catholic prayer. The text will not be read by the Pontiff

2 months ago

World

Pope Francis photo released for first time since he fell ill

The 88-year-old could be seen praying as he sat in a wheelchair. While his condition is being described as stable, it is not yet clear when he will be discharged from the

3 months ago

Society

Pope Francis showing ‘good response’ to treatment — Vatican

Doctors say Pope Francis is no longer in imminent danger but will remain in hospital for several more days. The 88-year-old pope has been hospitalized with a respiratory infection since February. Pope

3 months ago

Society

Vatican says Pope Francis had two new breathing attacks

The head of the Catholic Church has been in hospital for over two weeks. The 88-year-old pontiff is battling to recover from double pneumonia. Pope Francis on Monday suffered two new breathing attacks

3 months ago

Society

Vatican

Belgian PM to attend inauguration of Pope Leo XIV

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde to attend inauguration of Pope Leo XIV

Habemus papam: Robert Francis Prevost elected new Pope

Habemus papam: the new Pope has been elected

Lobbying for next pope heats up, with outcome less predictable than ever

Crowds paying tribute to Pope lying in state at St Peter’s Basilica

Pope Francis dies aged 88

Pope to give blessing from hospital window in first appearance since getting ill

Pope Francis photo released for first time since he fell ill

Pope Francis showing ‘good response’ to treatment — Vatican

Vatican says Pope Francis had two new breathing attacks

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