Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible ...

The small clue that will show what the public can expect from the next pope - Four favourites have emerged to succeed Pope ...

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the current bookmakers' favorite to be the next pope, is facing renewed scrutiny over a deal he made ...

Pope Francis appointed women to key Vatican posts. Will his successor consider women as deacons and priests next?

While there are a few cardinals seen as front-runners to succeed Pope Francis -- two often mentioned are Italian Cardinal ...

"We’ve lost great respect for moments like this," said one archbishop of the imagery shared by Trump and the White House days ...

Here’s a look at some of the leading papal contenders, with the proviso that favorites don’t typically end up getting the nod ...

The main question on this second consideration is whether the next pope should continue what Pope Francis has initiated, or ...

As the cardinals of the Catholic Church prepare to meet in the Conclave electing a successor to Pope Francis, various issues ...

As cardinals prepare for the largest papal conclave in history, battle lines are being drawn over the direction of the church ...

Pope Benedict was an ardent defender of Catholic traditions. Pope Francis, who died Monday, chose a more liberal direction.

President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope. The post has since received criticism ...