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Diplomacy to trump geography in choice of new pope?

Apr 28, 2025

Some of those touted to succeed Francis also hail from outside the Church's traditional bastions of power
Crowds flock to tomb of Pope Francis

Apr 28, 2025

All eyes turn now to the conclave, the secretive meeting of cardinals set to convene within days to elect a new pontiff
Archbishop calls for prayer after attack at Filipino street festival

Apr 28, 2025

At least 11 killed, over 20 injured after man drove an Audi SUV into crowds attending Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in Vancouver
Missionaries of Charity shut down shelter home in India’s Goa

Apr 28, 2025

The nuns left amid rumors that they were ‘pushed out', but the landowners say the nuns' decision was unilateral
The future of Vatican-China relations beyond Pope Francis

Apr 28, 2025

The next pope could and should build upon the foundations laid by his predecessors
Malaysian Leaders and Faith Communities Pay Tribute to Pope Francis

Apr 28, 2025

Following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, Malaysian leaders and faith communities have expressed their condolences, highlighting his contributions to global peace, interfaith dialogue, and humanitarian efforts.
The tragic heroes of Vietnam's 'Operation Babylift' plane crash

Apr 28, 2025

Fifty years ago, two Australian Catholic nurses died in an air tragedy trying to save orphans before the fall of Saigon
Cardinal Re at Requiem Mass: Pope Francis, a shepherd of the people

Apr 27, 2025

In his homily at the Requiem Mass for Pope Francis, the Dean of the College of Cardinals recalls the highlights of his intense and prophetic 12 years of pontificate marked by his closeness to the people, especially the least and the last amongst us, and his deep love for the Church open to everyone.
Cardinals bid farewell to Francis, hailing him the 'people’s pope'

Apr 26, 2025

Francis’ voice stood out as one of peace, always insisting that 'war is a defeat for humanity,' says Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re
Hundreds of thousands at funeral for pope 'with an open heart'

Apr 26, 2025

Crowds, packed with young people, applauded as pope's coffin was carried out of St Peter's Basilica