Pope Francis' Homophobic Slur No Big Deal, Says Openly Gay UK Priest

Pope Francis hurts right arm after another fall

The ageing Catholic leader's health has been a matter of public concern for some time.

Pope Francis on Christmas Day urges 'to silence the sound of arms'

The pontiff reminded the Catholic faithful on Wednesday of children suffering from war and hunger, the elderly living in isolation, those fleeing their homelands, people who have lost their jobs and those persecuted for their faith.

Vatican unveils photovoltaic roof as part of Pope's pledge to move to green energy

Pope Francis outlined his green vision for the Vatican in his 'Brother Sun' letter in June. In it he said solar panels would be installed on a Vatican-owned property outside Rome and the power generated from that could supply all of Vatican City's energy needs.

Pope Francis visits French island of Corsica for first time

Francis deliberately shunned the grand reopening of France's Notre Dame Cathedral last weekend - instead he's visiting the Mediterranean where thousands of migrants have perished.

Palestinian President Abbas meets with Italian counterpart Mattarella in Rome

Abbas had met with Pope Francis the day before, who today welcomed Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati.

Christian communities across Europe take part in traditional Epiphany celebrations

Orthodox Christians participated in blessing of the waters ceremonies, while Catholics in the Vatican attended Mass in St. Peter's basilica.

Francis opens second Holy Door with message of hope to Rome's main prison

The Pope's opening of the Holy Door was part of major events in the Catholic Church’s once-every-quarter-century celebration that is expected to attract about 32 million pilgrims to Rome.