Pope John Paul II had the Domus Sanctae Marthae built primarily to house cardinals in simple comfort during a conclave. Pope ...

Pope Francis, who led the Catholic Church from 2013 to 2025, was admired for his commitment to simplicity and humility. He ...

The conclave process to elect the next pope is shrouded in secrecy. Here’s a visual guide to the ancient tradition.

Cardinals will gather on May 7.

Thousands of people flock to Rome after the death of Pope Francis. He died on 21 (Easter Monday) at the age of 88 at Domus ...

There are currently 252 cardinals, 133 of whom are eligible and expected to vote in the conclave. They range in age from 45 to 99.

The next pope can decide whether to reverse — or make permanent — certain habits and reforms introduced by Francis.

During their daily meeting since the death of Pope Francis, the cardinals gathered in College for their 5th general ...

As the date for the conclave to electPope Francis's successor was set for May 7, the movieConclaveby Edward Berger, released lastDecember, has seen a surge in popularity. Does it realistically portray ...

I had started working on a piece on the importance of humility when the death of Pope Francis on the morning of Easter Monday ...

Pope Francis, the 266th and current pope of the Catholic Church, passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. He died in his residence at Domus Sanctae Marthae in Vatican City, following ...