The Italian capital will once again be Caput Mundi for 24 hours as world leaders are in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis.

The late Pope Francis continued his legacy as an open-armed trailblazer by opening the sacred portal of the Vatican and dying ...

My brief tour with Pope Francis, the diplomat of our times.

The head of the basilica that is housing Pope Francis's tomb says it reflects his "humble, simple and essential" life.

April 25 (UPI) -- Before scores of world leaders and Roman Catholic officials on Saturday, Pope Francis will be laid to rest ...

Pope Francis will be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore, a basilica full of light, history, and deep personal meaning ...

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Although Pope Francis simplified the papal funeral rites in a move of typical modesty, Saturday’s ceremony will still be full ...

As people the world over mourn the passing of Pope Francis and visit the Holy See to pay homage, here’s what to know about ...

At its gates stand Swiss Guards, members of the oldest army in the world -- famous for its blue, red and yellow striped ...

His death has deeply saddened people across the globe, especially in Vatican City, the world's smallest country and the heart ...

Vatican City is located in Rome, along the Tiber River. Yes, the Vatican is its own country. In fact, it's the smallest fully ...