High anxiety and whispers of a conclave: How the Vatican is dealing with Pope Francis’ hospitalization
With Pope Francis entering his fourth week in hospital, those working in the Apostolic Palace are grappling with the ...
In his own words: Pope Francis’ views on resigning changed over time
Pope Francis has entered his fourth week in the hospital with double pneumonia. Francis has increasingly handed off his ...
Would Pope Francis resign? Experts say it’s unlikely – but the pontiff often springs surprises
When Benedict XVI became the first pope to resign in 600 years it sent shockwaves through the Catholic Church. Now, after ...
Who’s who at the Vatican?
The Vatican houses the central government of the Catholic Church and is also an independent city-state. The pope is both the ...
Who's who at the Vatican? Here's what to know amid Pope Francis health concerns
For more than two weeks, eyes have been on the Vatican, awaiting news about Pope Francis' health. The pope has been at Rome's Gemelli Hospital since Feb. 14, 2025, being treated for double pneumonia ...
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The Pope’s Role Has Changed in Our Time. But Has the Church?
Gandhi’s Scant Garb Bars Audience with Pope.” So read the headline of a New York Times report, from December 13, 1931, that ...
Pope Francis' condition improves, but speculation remains. Who could be the next pope?
Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.
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Who will be the next pope? What to know about Pope Francis condition, conclave process
After a pope dies or, in rare cases, resigns as with Pope Benedict XVI, the Vatican convenes a papal conclave, where the College of Cardinals comes together to elect the new pontiff. According to ...
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Who will be the next pope? What to know about Pope Francis condition, conclave process
Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.
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Vatican says Pope Francis is critical but stable with no new respiratory crises
The Vatican’s evening update said the 88-year-old pope had ... It was also at a banal consistory to set dates for ...
What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?
VATICAN CITY — While the Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, they do not apply if he is sick or even unconscious. And there are no ...