Top Stories

Ukrainian president says may not go to pope's funeral

Apr 26, 2025

Zelensky earlier said he would attend the Vatican funeral, but now has to attend 'military meetings'
The Footprints of Pope Francis

Apr 26, 2025

The US-based Jewish writer Jonathan Safran Foer reflects on the legacy of Pope Francis, who "reminded us of what we continually forget: goodness is not an idea but a practice."
Portugal's mourning for pope turns into political battle

Apr 26, 2025

Many Portuguese politicians supported the thousands who defied govt order to mark country's Carnation Revolution
Pope's death triggers surge of disinformation

Apr 26, 2025

One widespread video appeared to show Pope Francis swatting the hand of US President Donald Trump
LWF gives thanks for life and legacy of Pope Francis

Apr 25, 2025

The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) joins Catholics and other faith communities across the world in mourning the loss of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, 21 April 2025, at the age of 88.
Risen Christ parish Lenten outreach project

Apr 25, 2025

During Lent, parishioners of Risen Christ Catholic Church, inspired by Matthew 25:35, initiated an outreach project on March 18 to distribute meals to the homeless and urban poor.
French nun who broke protocol to see pope's body

Apr 25, 2025

Francis and Genevieve met 20 years ago after she had travelled from Rome to Buenos Aires
Pope Francis leaves bitter legacy in Ukraine

Apr 25, 2025

Critics said he echoed the Kremlin by saying the war was 'provoked,' portraying it as part of wider global confrontation
Christian Federation of Malaysia Mourns the Passing of Pope Francis

Apr 25, 2025

The Christian Federation of Malaysia (CFM) has extended its deepest condolences to the Holy See and the global Catholic community following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.
Cardinals hold third General Congregation, begin conversation about Church

Apr 25, 2025

The 113 Cardinals present in Rome hold their third General Congregation on Thursday morning, and announce who will deliver the two pre-conclave meditations.