Pope Francis, a reformer who rattled the Catholic Church's conservatives and inspired some progressives, has died.

Thousands are gathering in Vatican Square to pay their respects to Pope Francis, who died at age 88 on Monday morning.

Pope Francis' sudden death during Easter has left the world in shock. As the Vatican prepares for the conclave, questions ...

Mourners from all around the world are gathering in St Peter's Square, in Vatican City, to pay their respects to Pope Francis following his death on Easter Monday. Shortly after noon Rome time, the ...

Pope Francis's death sets an ancient machinery into motion. Soon, with a puff of smoke, the last absolute monarchy in Europe will get a new leader.

For six days in September, 2015, Pope Francis made a historic visit to the United States, visiting some of the country's biggest cities and speaking to massive crowds of the faithful along the way.

Humility and humanity were the hallmarks of Pope Francis’s 12-year reign, and his common touch quickly saw him dubbed the ...