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Pope Francis visited 10 African countries during his five trips to the continent, promoting inter-religious dialogue and tolerance while denouncing corruption and economic colonialism. Following the pontiff's death on Monday, African leaders have praised his "legacy of compassion" and "commitment to inclusivity" though there was disagreement over his stance on…

Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell is currently the most powerful man at the Vatican.

Following Pope Francis' death, conservatives are championing Cardinal Robert Sarah, a critic of Pope Francis, as their top choice.

One of Pope Francis’ final encounters before his death was with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who visited the Vatican over the weekend

The April 21 death of Pope Francis triggered a period of mourning in the Catholic Church, but also kick-started the race for his successor.

Francis did many things differently from his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI. Who could replace him after this year's conclave?

Pope Francis, whose papacy blended tradition with pushes for inclusion and reform, died on April, 21, 2025 – Easter Monday – at the age of 88.

Pope Francis has died. In reflecting on his legacy in regard to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in Canada, I am struck by three key moments.

With the death of Pope Francis, his apology for residential schools in Canada and its impacts needs to be explored nearly three years after it was delivered.

Francis, who served as the Pope for over a decade, was a transformative figure in the Catholic Church, known as much for his progressive reforms as for the controversies they stirred within its ranks

The First Minister expressed his sadness following Pope Francis’ death.