Francis lived by the idea that greatness is found in humility, not spectacle. His wooden casket was adorned only with the symbols of faith, hope, and love.

Though dramatic images of ancient Roman gladiators fighting great beasts like lions and tigers have appeared in books and ...

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 after suffering a stroke, setting off mourning in the Catholic world and ...

Over 2,300 years have passed since the death of Alexander the Great, but he remains one of the most famous historical figures ...

A skeleton recovered from a Roman-era cemetery in England may mark the first physical evidence of combat between gladiators ...

ROME (AP) — President Donald Trump will be among more than 50 heads of state and other dignitaries attending Saturday’s ...

There have been twelve Greek Popes in the history of the papacy, with Saint Peter considered to be the first Catholic leader.

Los Angeles Archbishop José H. Gomez celebrated a Memorial Mass on Friday, April 25, at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the ...

A memorial Mass is underway in San Bernardino to honor Pope Francis, whose funeral will take place in Vatican City on ...

The clash in style between Donald Trump and Pope Francis and their positions come into focus as the president travels to ...

Pope Francis’ image seemed to be everywhere Friday as the world mourned his death in Rome at the age of 88. Artists created ...

“The biggest mistake in the movie was the admission of a cardinal in pectore into the conclave,” said Reese. “If the name is ...