US 'most wanted' fugitive arrested in Vatican with three knives

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 meets Abbas to discuss Gaza crisis

Pope Francis hosted Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the Vatican on Thursday, with their discussions centred on the Middle East crisis, particularly in Gaza.

Mystery surrounds removal of keffiyeh-cradled Jesus in Vatican Nativity display

A Vatican Nativity scene featuring a keffiyeh-draped baby Jesus, symbolising Palestinian identity, was removed without explanation, sparking debate ahead of Pope Francis’s meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.

130 unique nativity scenes from around the world illuminate Vatican's iconic Bernini Colonnade

The Vatican's 100 Nativity Scenes exhibition in St. Peter's Square has been unveiled, this year featuring 130 cribs from 21 countries.

Microsoft and Vatican create 3D digital twin of St. Peter’s Basilica with help from AI

The project allows virtual visitors to explore the landmark and aids conservation efforts by identifying structural issues ahead of the 2025 Jubilee.