Neal Francis, the Chicago piano rocker, addresses masculinity, sobriety, and shaking Catholic guilt on his new album 'Return to Zero.' ...

Before he died, Pope Francis gave away the last of his personal savings to a cause he deeply cared about: bringing hope to those who are incarcerated.

Biden: Pope Francis stood for compassion as others embraced cruelty. May mercy be his legacy. I fear with Pope Francis' passing, the world will be colder and less just. Which means that all of us ...

World leaders and Catholic faithful bade farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral Saturday that highlighted his concern for people on the “most peripheral of the peripheries” and reflected his ...

World leaders and Catholic faithful bade farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral Saturday that highlighted his concern for people on the “most peripheral of the peripheries” and reflected his ...

Pope Francis funeral updates: Pope Francis laid to rest after historic funeral in front of 250,000 Francis died on April 26 at 88 years old.

After the pope’s death Monday, mourners from around the world have come to view his “mortal remains” ahead of Saturday’s funeral.

NPR's coverage of the death of Pope Francis and what comes next.

Leaders from around the world will gather at the Vatican for the funeral of Pope Francis, including these expected guests.

Pope Francis’ coffin is closed and sealed in St. Peter’s Basilica in a private ceremony on Friday evening, April 25, 2025, after more than 250,000 people paid their final respects to the late ...

Pope Francis heralded migrant rights, rang alarms over climate change, and served as a bridge toward peace on several continents. He spurred many citizens to action.

Pope Francis’ death: Body to be transferred to St. Peter's Basilica in a ceremonial procession, where the public will be able to pay their respects.