With conclave set for May 7, Church scholars say successor to Francis must balance legacy, heal rifts between reformists and ...

As a fireworks expert tests the Vatican's contemporary system for "holy smoke," Catholic cardinals mull their divergent priorities for Pope Francis' successor.

Young and old, Romans and migrants alike said they would like the next pontiff to make faith accessible to those on the ...

There are currently 135 cardinals who are under age 80 and eligible to vote in the conclave, hailing from 71 different ...

Donald Trump and NBC's "Meet the Press" moderator Kristen Welker discuss the economy, immigration and more. Sovereignty and jockey Junior Alvarado overcome the odds to win the Kentucky Derby. Plus, a ...

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Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access ...

Following Pope Francis' death in April, people around the world wagered most often on two cardinals to become the next leader of the Catholic Church.

To prevent borrowers from facing bills larger than what they can pay, the government can tie your monthly payment to your ...

Cardinals hailing from 71 different countries are eligible to elect a pope this week in the most geographically diverse ...

Catholic cardinals entering a conclave on Wednesday to pick a new pope do not yet have a clear idea of who will emerge as ...

The archbishop is a standard-bearer for those in the church who favor a return to traditional rules and doctrine after Pope ...