Experts see the new pontiff as less confrontational than his predecessor, but willing to stand up for the church's teachings.

The school's students and staff expressed shock and excitement following the recent election of the first-ever American pope.

Eighteen days after Pope Francis last appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, his successor -- the 267th pope -- ...

Prevost, who was promoted by Francis and has a knack for management and a zeal for missionary work, was a stronger candidate ...

Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín, who welcomed the decision to fly flags at half-mast over public buildings, said there should be an official period of mourning, pointing to steps taken in Spain, Cuba and ...

Pope Leo XIV said Friday that his election was both a cross and a blessing as he celebrated his first Mass in the Sistine ...

Cardinals of the Catholic Church ended the conclave and chose a new pope. Here's what to know about Pope Leo XIV.

Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected as the new pope of the Roman Catholic Church on the second day of the conclave. His papal ...

Pope Francis' successor has been elected, and it's the first American pope. Here's what we know about Cardinal Robert Prevost ...

The newly anointed Pope Leo XIV came to the balcony clad in a white cassock topped by a red cape trimmed in ermine and draped ...

Cardinal Robert Prevost made history when he became the first American pope on Thursday, May 8 Pope Leo XIV’s brother is ...

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