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Chicago rabbi gifts Pope Leo XIV a White Sox kippah during Vatican visit
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope and a native of Chicago’s South Side, repeatedly advocated after his selection last year for the release of the Israeli hostages.
Pope Leo apologizes for Church's historic role in slavery
Pope Leo meets Rubio amid growing tensions with Trump over Iran
Pope Leo dismisses latest Trump attack, to meet with Rubio Thursday
Vatican displays ‘The Spear of Destiny’ during Lent at St. Peter's Basilica
Tradition recounts that Longinus, a Roman centurion, pierced the side of Jesus with this very spear during the crucifixion.
Pope Francis, showing plans to continue on, starts new process for Catholic reforms
Pope Francis approved a new three-year Vatican reform plan, pushing forward with change despite his ongoing health battle.
Ancient Syriac text reveals lost Gospel details after 1,500 years
The Old Syriac text specifies disciples 'rubbing it in their hands,' highlighting significant nuances in interpretation.
Pope Francis no longer needs ventilation, is stable, Vatican says
Vatican says Pope Francis's health is improving but he remains under close watching Rome's Gemelli hospital.
Pope Francis remains stable, has not had new breathing crisis, Vatican says
The pope has not had any new breathing crises, the Vatican announced in a handout.
Pope Francis had 'isolated' breathing crisis in hospital, Vatican says
Francis, 88, has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for two weeks, after being admitted on February 14 with a severe respiratory infection that triggered other complications.
Pope Francis clashed with cardinals over Vatican finances before hospitalization
Just before his hospitalization, the pope formed a new Vatican financial group.
Pope Francis remains critical and has 'slight' kidney issue, Vatican says
The Vatican said the 88-year-old Francis, who has double pneumonia, had suffered a "prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis."
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Pope Francis hospitalized with double pneumonia, Vatican says treatment is challenging.
Pope Francis, in hospital, has 'slight fever' but is stable, Vatican says
Despite his periodic health issues and reduced mobility, Francis has kept up a busy schedule, including foreign travel.