In order to avoid continued outside interference, Pope Gregory X in the 13th century adopted a new procedure: the conclave. Cardinals would remain in a locked location – from the Latin cum clave, ...

Whether biking to castles or kayaking through gorges, a trip centred on this river is the epitome of European romance.

VATICAN CITY (AP) — From some of the world’s most powerful leaders to those on society’s margins whom Pope Francis always ...

Like so many of Europe's small-town wonders, Bruges is now well-pickled because its economy went sour so quickly. Here's how ...

Had enough of the crowds? Once you’ve seen Rome, consider a day trip to these lesser known but no less beautiful towns for ...

Had enough of the crowds? Once you’ve seen Rome, consider a day trip to these lesser known but no less beautiful towns for ...

Faithful Christians around the world celebrated on Sunday the resurrection of Jesus Christ, from Vatican City where Pope ...

This city in Tuscany is often overlooked when compared to Rome or Florence, but it is brimming with wonderful Medieval art ...

Catholics celebrated the Easter Vigil in the Holy Night at St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on Saturday, marking what Pope ...

Pope Francis has long advocated for immigrants, refugees, and the vulnerable—but the Church, like other institutions, may ...

Two days before Easter, many Christians around the world will commemorate Good Friday. It's part of Holy Week, which leads up to Easter Sunday. But what is it? "Good Friday has been, for centuries ...