Pope Leo XIV has broken the seal on the papal apartments, marking one of his first major symbolic moments as pontiff

Whether it is Francis II, Leo XIV, or a never-before-used name, a new pope's chosen name sends an early signal about his priorities and vision for the Church.

A total of 170 cardinals from around the world have already arrived in Vatican City following the death of Pope Francis, with many of them listening to approximately 20 interventions, or speeches, focusing on themes of major pastoral and ecclesial ...

All Vatican personnel involved in supporting the upcoming papal conclave must take an oath of secrecy — under penalty of automatic excommunication.

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was announced as the next pope, becoming the first American leader of the Catholic Church, and taking the name of Pope Leo XIV. Now, the internet is sharing its thoughts through memes and pop culture references.

Pope Leo XIV embraced and chatted with his older brother after finishing his inauguration mass in Vatican City.