Vatican announces Novendiales masses for Pope Francis starting April 26, 2025
The Vatican has announced the cardinals who will offer “Novendiales” Masses or nine days of mourning marked with Masses for the passing of Pope Francis. […]
Pope Francis died quickly and without suffering, his doctor says
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis died quickly on Monday morning from an unexpected stroke without suffering undue pain, and there was nothing that doctors could have […]
Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes Istanbul
ISTANBUL — An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 shook Istanbul on Wednesday, Turkey’s AFAD disaster agency said, one of the strongest quakes to strike the […]
Pope Francis thanked nurse for surprise popemobile tour before his death
VATICAN CITY — Among Pope Francis’ final words was a thank you to his nurse, who had helped him surprise crowds in St. Peter’s Square on Easter […]