the black-and-white checkered headscarf that has become a potent symbol of the Palestinian cause. Pope Francis had prayed before the creche briefly that day when he greeted the artists and donors ...

Worrying pictures showed a purple and black coloured bruise near the pope's chin and neck. Despite the visible injury and signs of fatigue, Pope Francis continued to hold the event without any ...

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis wrapped up a busy Christmas season on Monday by calling for the faithful to promote a culture of ...

VATICAN CITY (RNS) — In a solemn Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica on Saturday (Dec. 7), Pope Francis welcomed 21 new ... has also decided to keep his white Dominican robe, pointing to a new ...