The death of a pope triggers a series of ancient traditions, some dating back to the Roman Empire. Here’s what would unfold ...

The faithful came out in numbers to pray outside the Rome hospital where Pope Francis remained in critical condition last night as blood tests showed signs of kidney failure. The Vatican said the ...

Pope Francis remained in critical condition Sunday and blood tests showed early kidney failure but he remains alert, responsive and attended Mass, the Vatican said, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles ...

The Vatican says Pope Francis is resting after a quiet night. Monday is the 10th day of his hospitalization for a complex ...

ROME and LONDON -- Pope Francis is "resting" on Monday morning after spending his 10th night in the hospital, the Vatican ...

Pope Francis remains in critical condition as he battles double pneumonia, with new concerns emerging over his kidney ...

“Pope Francis is touched by the numerous messages of affection and closeness that he continues to receive in these hours,” ...

Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, remains in a critical condition for a second day running and has shown an “initial, ...

Pope Francis is thanking Catholics around the world for their prayers as he continues battling double pneumonia in a Rome ...

The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is ...