As cardinals begin a conclave to choose Pope Francis’ successor, they must decide whether to find a pope who follows his path ...

There is a famous quote attributed to then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger in 1997, in comments to a Bavarian television station.

Francis’ successor will be selected by cardinals at the conclave that begins on May 7. Cardinals, known as the “princes of ...

As 135 cardinals meet in Rome to decide the next pope, questions about the legacy of the last one will loom large over their ...

The announcement “Habemus Papam” — “We have a pope” — from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica is followed first by the ...

NCR analyzed the biographies, background, articles, speeches, homilies and media interviews of members of the College of ...

I never knew how much I wanted to go to Rome until I got there.

European pope in centuries, Francis was especially aware of colonialism’s impact and the need to embrace many cultures within ...

Cardinals reflected on the service and legacy of Pope Francis’ pontificate, highlighting his strong work ethic and focus on mercy and offering advice to their fellow cardinals.

Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions. View on ...

As the papal conclave begins in the Vatican, an explanation of what will happen now before the election of the next Pope ...