Pope Francis was a frequent visitor to Rome long before he became pope, and over time found his favorite shops and artisans ...

Women’s work may not have been glamorous, but it was vital to the workings of the pope’s court and surrounding city.

Thousands of people gathered in St. Peter's Square on a chilly, rainy evening to pray for an ailing Pope Francis.

If you're looking for a slow and easy mode of travel in Europe, try a river cruise. The choices are broader than you might ...

Europe's royal palaces are not only architectural wonders but play an important role in the culture and history of their ...

A lot can change in four decades. In its comprehensive renovation of the relatively young Renaud-Barrault Library in Avignon, ...

Today, Pope Francis released a strongly worded letter on immigration in the U.S. He's taking to task the Trump administration's stance on migrants, calling mass deportations a, quote, "major crisis." ...

It's a winning combo Leonard Hamilton’s trailblazing career started with Kentucky basketball, should end in HOF "Congrats to Ole Miss," Pope said. "They played really, really well. They made big ...

and “Colonna for the people!” For more than a millennium the princely Orsinis have stood firmly beside the Vatican; tradition credits them with five Popes, 18 saints, 40 cardinals. Eleven ...

LONDON, United Kingdom - King Charles and Queen Camilla will pay a state visit to Italy and the Holy See in early April and will meet Pope Francis to mark celebrations for 2025 Catholic Holy Year, ...

Visit the homepage for more information. The bibliography below attempts to list the teachings, which include Mary, of the popes and councils of the Catholic Church up to the Council of Trent in 1545.