Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible ...

Pope Francis diversified the College of Cardinals more than any of his predecessors, shifting the balance of power away from ...

The small clue that will show what the public can expect from the next pope - Four favourites have emerged to succeed Pope ...

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the current bookmakers' favorite to be the next pope, is facing renewed scrutiny over a deal he made ...

The Eternal Word Television Network has emerged as a beacon for conservative Catholics and a potent voice in Trump-era ...

As cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel starting May 7 to select a new pope, they’re not just choosing a spiritual ...

Pope Francis appointed women to key Vatican posts. Will his successor consider women as deacons and priests next?

While there are a few cardinals seen as front-runners to succeed Pope Francis -- two often mentioned are Italian Cardinal ...

"We’ve lost great respect for moments like this," said one archbishop of the imagery shared by Trump and the White House days ...

Here’s a look at some of the leading papal contenders, with the proviso that favorites don’t typically end up getting the nod ...

As the cardinals of the Catholic Church prepare to meet in the Conclave electing a successor to Pope Francis, various issues ...

President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope. The post has since received criticism ...