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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.

Vatican

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.

Vatican

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.

Culture news

Sanremo 2025: Extravagance marks first night of Italian song contest

Brunori Sas, Giorgia, Lucio Corsi, Simone Cristicchi and Achille Lauro were the five most popular artists chosen by the press on the first night of Italy's historic Sanremo song contest.

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Vatican

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.

Europe News

Pope Francis to young Ukrainians: ‘Carry the spirit of your homeland’

In a video conference with 250 young Ukrainians from Kyiv and around the world, Pope Francis listened to their testimonies, and urged them to embrace patriotism, dialogue, and forgiveness.

Europe News

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.'

Vatican

Pope receives Tecar therapy device from Maltese President

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

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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?

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.

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.

Europe News

Biden honours Pope Francis with the Presidential Medal of Freedom

It's the only time President Biden, who is a Catholic, has presented the honour with distinction during his presidency.

Culture news

Love reading? Euronews Culture's guide to the books of 2025

Whether you want to start or can't stop reading there's sure to be a title that tickles your fancy in our carefully curated guide to books due out in 2025.

Italy

Pope Francis appoints first woman prefect in Vatican

The move marks a major step in Pope Francis’ aim to give women more leadership roles in the church, while standing firm on not allowing them to be ordained as priests.

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.

Europe News

Pope 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.

Europe News

Christian faithful celebrate Christmas at Masses throughout Europe

Masses were organised all over the continent, and thousands of Christian worshippers attended to mark the festive occasion.

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.

Europe News

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.

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Jubilee 2025: Rome expects over 30 million pilgrims during Holy Year

To the faithful who go on pilgrimage to Rome, the Pope grants a special 'indulgence' or remission of their sins.