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Pope Francis, pontiff who pushed church boundaries — but didn’t break them

The pope, who pushed for a less opaque Vatican and connected to common and marginalised people’s concerns, died aged 88.

Al Jazeera · Apr 21, 2025

At least six dead in Italy as heavy rain, high winds sweep Europe

Storm Ciaran continues its destructive path through the continent after causing havoc further west.

Al Jazeera · Nov 4, 2023

On Lampedusa, the lucky few who made it across the sea live in misery

Overcrowding, lack of food and police violence plague the people who fled to Italy praying for a better life.

Al Jazeera · Sep 28, 2023

King Charles crowned at Westminster Abbey after police arrest pro-republic protesters

King Charles III has been crowned at London's Westminster Abbey in Britain's biggest ceremonial event for seven decades, after police earlier arrested several republican protesters.

ABC News · May 6, 2023

Pope extends sexual abuse law to include lay leaders

Pope Francis on Saturday updated rules on dealing with sexual abuse in the Roman Catholic Church, expanding their scope to include lay Catholic leaders and spelling out that both minors and adults can be victims.

Reuters · Mar 25, 2023

No energy worries for Italy's 'harmonious walnut tribe'

Fabrizio Cardinali, 72, does not crave the bright city lights.

Reuters · Dec 22, 2022

Pope Francis breaks down and cries while mentioning Ukraine at public prayer

Pope Francis broke down and cried on Thursday as he mentioned the suffering of Ukrainians during a traditional prayer in central Rome.

Reuters · Dec 8, 2022

Italy's right asks president to name Meloni prime minister

Giorgia Meloni said on Friday her rightist coalition had asked President Sergio Mattarella to name her as Italian prime minister following its Sept. 25 election victory.

Reuters · Oct 21, 2022

Italy election: Energy woes prompt voter apathy, anguish

The prospect of a harsh winter is dominating the Italian vote, with many voters worried about sky-high gas bills.

Al Jazeera · Sep 23, 2022

Italy's right seen winning election but watch out for 5-Star, pollsters say

Italy's rightist bloc led by Giorgia Meloni is strongly expected to win Sunday's election but voter sentiment has shifted in the last two weeks and surprises should not be ruled out, pollsters say.

Reuters · Sep 23, 2022