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

When the cardinals enter the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday at the start of conclave, the process of electing a new pope, they ...

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

The late pontiff was the first ever to style himself Pope Francis, a name chosen in honour of the 13th-century saint St ...

While the papal election is held in complete secrecy, artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots appear to hold their own opinions ...

African outreach was among Pope Francis' legacies, observers say, with numerous visits and a message of mercy inspiring ...

Experts say there isn’t a single front-runner, but several names have been cited as indications of the direction the Roman Catholic Church might take.

As cardinals gather in Rome this week to select the next pope, global news networks covering every twist and turn will be ...

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

Argentine faithful hope the next Pope to be like Pope Francis, as cardinals are set to start the conclave Wednesday to elect ...

While Pope Francis accomplished a lot in his 12-year papacy, he left much unfinished business and many challenges for his ...

Following Pope Francis' death in April, people around the world wagered most often on one cardinal to become the next leader ...