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Pope Leo announces upcoming surgery for small growth on lung
Leo told pilgrims in St. Peter's Square for his weekly Sunday prayer that the growth was "well-contained" and caught at an early stage.
Nearly one million people attend Pope Leo's open-air mass in Paris
Vatican ambassador visits Israel Museum’s archaeology wing
In Madrid, Pope calls for compassion towards 'every human being'
Pope Francis died quickly and without suffering, his doctor says
Dr. Sergio Alfieri said that as soon as he realized the Pope was in a coma, there was nothing he could do to save his life.
Will the next pope speak Hebrew? A Jewish guide to the cardinals who could succeed Francis
In the wake of Pope Francis’ death on Monday, Catholic cardinals from across the world will gather for a conclave in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel to elect the next pope.
'Revolutionary at the Vatican': A portrait of Pope Francis
Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday at the age of 88, was an "alien presence" at the Vatican, bringing about a revolution of modesty and simplicity within the Catholic Church.
A troubled legacy? Pope Francis and Jewish-Catholic relations - opinion
Many in the Jewish community felt that the Vatican, which had once pledged never to stand aside when Jews were threatened, failed to condemn a group that openly calls for the annihilation of Jews.
Pope Francis dies at 88 after long battle with respiratory illness
Francis, originally from Argentina, was the first Catholic pontiff from the Americas and began his career as a Jesuit priest in Argentina.
Pope Francis thanks doctors who saved his life in meeting at Vatican
The 88-year-old pontiff is gradually making more public appearances as he recovers from the biggest health crisis in his 12 years in the role.
Pope Francis was so close to death that doctors considered ending treatment
The pope's official nurse pleaded with doctors to ensure that they did not stop his treatment despite significant risks.
Pope Francis, showing plans to continue on, starts new process for Catholic reforms
Pope Francis approved a new three-year Vatican reform plan, pushing forward with change despite his ongoing health battle.
Pope Francis health shows gradual improvement
Recent updates from Vatican officials indicated a gradual improvement in the Pope's health.
Do 'The Prophecies of the Popes' point to 2027 doom?
Attributed to Saint Malachy, the book predicts Francis will be the last pope.