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Pope Francis 'rested well' as thousands pray outside the Vatican

The 88-year-old pontiff remains in critical condition after spending eleven days in hospital with pneumonia in both lungs.

25/02/2025

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Pope Francis resting after early stage kidney insufficiency detected

Doctors say Pope Francis is still in critical condition on the 10th day of his hospitalisation for a complex lung infection.

24/02/2025

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Pope Francis conscious and receiving oxygen, the Vatican says

The leader of the Catholic Church, who has chronic lung disease and is prone to respiratory illness in winter, was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on 14 February after a weeklong bout of bronchitis worsened.

23/02/2025

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Pope Francis' health continues to improve, the Vatican says

In a statement, the Holy See said the pontiff's haemodynamic parameters are stable and that he is able to breathe independently.

21/02/2025

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Pope Francis shows improvement in pneumonia recovery, the Vatican says

Pope Francis is recovering from pneumonia, eating breakfast out of bed after a peaceful night, the Holy See spokesperson said Thursday.

20/02/2025

Health news

How serious is Pope Francis' respiratory infection?

The infection is worrisome given the pontiff lost part of his right lung decades ago. Here's what we know.

18/02/2025

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Pope Francis' hospital stay extended due to 'complex clinical picture'

The Vatican said the pontiff will require a new course of treatment and further hospitalisation after being admitted to hospital for a respiratory tract infection.

17/02/2025

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Pope Francis to receive hospital treatment for bronchitis

The 88-year-old pontiff has had numerous health problems in recent months, but says he has never considered resigning from the papacy.

14/02/2025

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Pope Francis hits out at Trump's mass deportation of migrants

In a letter to US bishops, the Catholic leader warned that the plan will harm the already vulnerable.

11/02/2025

Art

Vatican Library spotlights pioneering 19th-century women travellers

The Vatican Apostolic Library’s 'En Route' exhibition explores 19th-century world travel and women’s emancipation through art, fashion, and historic newspapers.

09/02/2025

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Pope Francis warns that excessive scrolling causes 'brain rot'

Pope Francis expressed concern over the impact of social media, warning against excessive scrolling, which he described as causing 'brain rot.'

25/01/2025

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Pope receives Tecar therapy device from Maltese President

The device will be used to offer physical rehabilitation treatment to homeless people.

24/01/2025

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No, the Pope hasn’t resigned and appointed a successor

Various videos claim Pope Francis's successor has been appointed, but that's not how a new bishop of Rome is chosen. How does the system actually work?

21/01/2025

Vatican

Pope Francis hurts right arm after another fall

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

16/01/2025

Culture news

Pope Francis becomes first sitting pontiff to publish autobiography

Pope Francis has released his autobiography "Hope". The book shares anecdotes from his life alongside his thoughts on the most trying issues of the era.

14/01/2025

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Openly gay men can now become priests, Vatican signals

New guidelines released by the Italian Bishops’ Conference on Friday brings the ordination of openly gay men to the Catholic priesthood closer.

11/01/2025

Europe News

Pope Francis prays for South Korean plane crash victims

Pope Francis expressed condolences on Sunday to the families of victims of a tragic plane crash in South Korea in which 179 people died.

29/12/2024

Culture news

Unlocking the sacred: What happens at the Holy Door for Jubilee 2025?

The Jubilee ceremony begins with Pope Francis opening the Holy Door at St Peter's Basilica. The ceremony includes prayers in Latin and Italian, symbolising forgiveness, as the Pope crosses the threshold to start the Holy Year.

24/12/2024

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Pope Francis opens Holy Door to launch 2025 Jubilee

The 2025 Holy Year, themed around hope and trust, has begun with the Pope opening the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, as Rome prepares for 30 million pilgrims with heightened security and ongoing renovations.

24/12/2024

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Vatican unveils solar panel roof as part of green energy transition

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.

21/12/2024

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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.

12/12/2024

Culture news

Mystery surrounds removal of keffiyeh-cradled Jesus in Vatican 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.

12/12/2024

Art

130 nativity scenes go on display in Vatican's St. Peter's Square

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

10/12/2024

Mobility

Pope Francis goes electric with first eco-friendly 'Popemobile'

The Pope will use the electric Mercedes G-Class to greet crowds during General Audiences and other official ceremonies.

05/12/2024

EuroVerify

No, the Pope isn't replacing Christmas with a 'Feast of Peace'

The Pope often takes time during his Christmas appearances to call for peace across the world, but there's no evidence he wants to replace the festival with a day dedicated to peace.

04/12/2024

Culture news

Vatican to publish new magazine with Pope replying readers’ questions

The magazine, as well as the livestream of St. Peter's tomb in the Vatican, are part of the outreach programme for the 2025 Jubilee.

26/11/2024