Pope Francis

Pope Francis says Vatican plagued by ills

Pope Francis lambasted the Vatican's bureaucracy on Monday, saying some within the Church had a…

Tango treat for birthday boy Pope Francis

Hundreds of couples performed a tango on St Peter's square on Tuesday in a birthday…

Pope risks muslim anger over terrorism comment

Pope Francis suggestion that Muslims are not doing enough to counter terrorism may increase tension…

Pope pledges support to embattled Middle East Christians

ISTANBUL (AFP) - Pope Francis on Sunday issued a strong pledge of support for the…

Nigeria's mosque attacks 'sin against God', says Pope Francis

Pope Francis on Sunday condemned the deadly attacks on the Central mosque in Kano, northern…

Pope becomes first guest in controversial Turkey palace

ANKARA(AFP) - The vast gates swung open and the host personally welcomed his distinguished visitor…

Pope sad over sexual abuse case against Spanish priests

A second man has filed a complaint accusing a group of Catholic priests in Spain…

Pope names two Indians, 4 others saints

Pope Francis on Sunday named six new saints, including two from India, in a mass…

Pope plans Christmas giveaway to raise money for homeless

Pope Francis is raffling off unwanted gifts including a Fiat Panda, tandem bike and coffee…

Catholic population thinning in Latin America: study

Although Argentine-born Pope Francis is largely popular in Latin America, the number of adults in…