The potential influence of the spiritual leader of 1.4 billion Catholics attracts the attention of the secular world as well.

The Swiss Guard, the pope’s iconic bodyguards, look ceremonial but in the pageantry of the Renaissance-style uniform lies the ...

Of the most interest over here is the meddling in the conclave by American movement conservatives, both inside the conclave ...

Cardinals have handed in their mobile phones and taken oaths of secrecy as they begin the secret Conclave to decide the next ...

As the Catholic Church prepares to elect its next spiritual leader, here’s a detailed look at the centuries-old ritual of the ...

Cardinals currently in conclave could face a harsh consequence if they breach the rules while choosing the new pope ...

Cardinals from 70 countries have begun the secretive conclave in the Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope, marking the most geographically diverse gathering in the Catholic Church’s history.

Cardinals hold vote for new pope as watch begins for smoke from Vatican chimney - Some 133 Cardinals began their secretive ...

Roman Catholic cardinals from across the globe have entered the Sistine Chapel to choose a new pope, who will set the moral ...

With all the pomp, drama and solemnity that the Catholic Church can muster, 133 cardinals began the centuries-old ritual to ...

Following nine days of mourning over Pope Francis's passing on 21 April, 133 cardinals representing 70 countries have ...