65 m. ago Battle for the soul of the Catholic Church begins: Conservative and liberal factions vie to install their preferred Pope

The battle to succeed Pope Francis is one for the very soul of the Catholic Church and its over a billion followers around the world.

Events

79 m. ago Pope's last meeting was awkward encounter with JD Vance from Donald Trump administration

JD Vance was the last foreign dignitary publicly received by the Pope before his death, with the VP forced to issue a statement after noting he had "not been feeling great"

Politics

99 m. ago Five surprising things that happen after the Pope's death including destroying ring

The Catholic Church is now without a leader after Pope Francis' death and these things will happen before a new one is elected.

Events

1 hour ago Who could be the next Pope? The cardinals who might succeed the head of the Catholic Church

The pontiff’s health concerns in recent years led to questions about his succession even before his death

Politics

1 hour ago The Pope and Me: Famous Catholics around the world reflect on a spiritual leader’s legacy

Pope Francis I's death was announced on Easter Monday, just hours after he delivered remarks to followers from St Peter's Basilica, as tributes from world leaders and celebrities have poured in

Politics

1 hour ago Who will be next Pope? The nine cardinals seen as contenders after Francis' death

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday with a number of cardinals are seen as front runners to replace him

Events

1 hour ago Mourners at Westminster Cathedral remember Pope as ‘voice for peace’

Crowds gathered after the Vatican announced Pope Francis’s death on Easter Monday.

Politics

1 hour ago Mysterious reason JD Vance edited his emotional tribute to Pope Francis revealed

JD Vance broke his silence on the passing of Pope Francis posting an emotional tribute just hours after the pair met at the Vatican. 

Politics

1 hour ago Death of Pope Francis leaves ‘deep sadness’ in Scotland as leaders pay tribute

The Pope died at the age of 88 came after he emerged from his convalescence on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St Peter’s Square in Vatican City.

Politics

1 hour ago Archbishop of York pays tribute to ‘witty, lively’ Pope Francis

The Archbishop of York has paid tribute to Pope Francis after his death was announced by the Vatican.

Economics

1 hour ago Archbishop of York: Saying Lord’s Prayer with Pope Francis changed me

Stephen Cottrell paid tribute to the Pope after his death aged 88.

Politics

1 hour ago Pope Francis latest: Tributes paid after head of Catholic church dies aged 88

King Charles says he and Queen ‘deeply saddened’ by Pope Francis’ death

Events

1 hour ago Pope Francis death: The elaborate rituals of a papal funeral

Pope Francis, who died on Monday, had streamlined the funeral rituals

Events

2 h. ago Snooker fans furious as the BBC pull World Championship off their TV schedule for the Pope's death

The BBC were forced into a late change of their schedule following the announcement that Pope Francis had died at the age of 88.

Sport

2 h. ago GMB viewers fume over 'unprofessional' outfit choice to announce Pope's death

Good Morning Britain viewers were not happy with the programme's delivery of the Pope's death today, as they were distracted by host Ranvir Singh's outfit.

Events

2 h. ago Pope Francis 'cause of death' is revealed: How pontiff, 88, passed away peacefully after astonishing final act of Easter devotion saw him tour massive crowds for almost an hour

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday aged 88 after dedicating his 'entire life' to serving God and the Church, the Vatican announced today.

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2 h. ago Vatican's major announcement on UK teen's sainthood after Pope Francis' death

The Vatican has found British born Carlo Acutis responsible for two miracles after his death

Events

2 h. ago How accurate is movie Conclave and what was Catholic Church's review of it

Following the news of the death of Pope Francis had died, the Vatican will soon select the new leader of the Catholic Church - but how close to the truth is film Conclave?

Politics

2 h. ago Potential successor to Pope Francis made telling remark about US before pontiff's death

After Pope Francis' death, all eyes are now on who will be his successor, with the likes of Cardinal Pietro Parolin in the running - but his comments on the US's changing approach could cause tensions

Events

2 h. ago Bishop of Salford issues statement on the death of Pope Francis

The Rt Ret. John Arnold praised the Pope's dedication in "unprecedented times"

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