The Latest Breaking News from Vatican

Tuesday briefing: The reforms, conflicts and legacy of Pope Francis

In today’s newsletter: He was an unpredictable leader unafraid to upset traditionalists, but was he really a liberal figure – and will his changes last?

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2025

Who Is Pietro Parolin? Crypto Bettors' Current Top Choice To Succeed Pope Francis

Cardinal Pietro Parolin is leading the race in a Polymarket event contract that seeks to determine who will be elected as the successor of Pope Francis, and an Asian cardinal is also in the running, at least for crypto bettors.

International Business Times · Apr 22, 2025

Conclave: The key names and words to know as a new Pope is selected

The centuries-old transition process involves an intricate series of rituals

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

Pope Francis's Funeral Set For Saturday, World Leaders Expected

The Argentine pontiff, 88, died on Monday from a stroke, less than a month after returning home from five weeks in hospital battling double pneumonia. Pope Francis's coffin -- which he previously ordered should be of wood and zinc -- will then be taken inside the church and from there…

International Business Times · Apr 22, 2025

Who Is In Line To Be The Next Pope, How Are They Chosen & Was The Film Conclave Accurate?

It’s kind of like choosing a school captain but a lot cuntier.

Pedestrian.tv · Apr 22, 2025

How will a new pope be chosen? An expert explains the conclave

Following the death of Pope Francis, we’ll soon be seeing a new leader in the Vatican. The conclave – a strictly confidential gathering of Roman Catholic cardinals – is due to meet in a matter of weeks to elect a new earthly head.

The Conversation · Apr 22, 2025

Pope Francis died from stroke followed by heart failure, Vatican says

The late pope's passing was announced earlier on Monday morning with bells tolling in Catholic churches from Latin America to Asia and across Rome as the news spread around the world.

Euronews · Apr 21, 2025

Pope Francis’ Cause Of Death Has Been Revealed By The Vatican

The 88-year-old religious leader passed away on Monday.

Pedestrian.tv · Apr 21, 2025

MTG sparks backlash after ugly X post appearing to celebrate Pope’s death

‘Evil is being defeated by the hand of God,’ declared the Protestant convert congresswoman following announcement of the Pope’s death, without specifying what she meant

The Independent UK · Apr 21, 2025

Pope Francis' cause of death revealed

Pope Francis died from a stroke and heart failure, the Vatican have confirmed.

BANG Premier · Apr 21, 2025