Pope Francis
Hopes for peace and ‘something for the children’ this Christmas amidst war in Gaza, and how Pope Francis has become a ‘grandfather’ to the besieged Catholic community
Support from Ireland is keeping the lights on in the darkness of conflict
Pope in plea for ceasefires to end ‘cruelty’ of conflicts around the world
Francis delivered his Sunday Angelus from inside due to a cold and as a precaution ahead of a busy Christmas period.
Pope suffering with a cold and will skip outdoor Sunday prayer before busy week
The Vatican cited the cold temperatures outside and the pope’s strenuous week ahead.
Pope Francis reprimands Vatican staff for gossiping
The pontiff used his annual Christmas greetings to admonish the backstabbing among his closest collaborators.
Christmas reflection: Hope and blessings for the weary of heart
Pope Francis will launch a Jubilee Year of Hope on Christmas Eve
Pope’s autobiography reveals ‘bomb plot’ during visit to Iraq
Newspapers have published excerpts from Hope: The Autobiography.
Pope Francis urges people to have children in first papal visit to Corsica
Francis appeared relaxed and energised during the one-day visit, just two days before his 88th birthday.
Pope seeks debt reduction for poorer countries to mark Vatican’s jubilee year
The Argentine-born pope has repeatedly called for debt relief for the poorer southern hemisphere.
Pope Francis spotted with a bruise as he appoints new cardinals
The Vatican did not immediately explain the reason for the bruise on the pontiff’s chin.
Pope Francis discusses Ukraine with Hungarian leader Viktor Orban
The Pope also discussed the humanitarian situation with regards to refugees and efforts to promote peace.