Francis, who lost part of a lung to a respiratory infection in his youth and has been plagued by ailing health recently, last ...

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Archaeologists from the Museum of London have discovered a well-preserved part of the ancient city of London’s first Roman ...

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The contemporary art installation was audible via speakers in the portico, or entrance, of St. Peter’s Basilica.

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Named to lead New York's vast Catholic diocese, Edward Egan was elevated to cardinal by Pope John Paul II in 2001. Look back ...

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Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) will not seek reelection in 2026, unexpectedly leaving an open seat in the swing state as Democrats already face a tough road to reclaim the majority. Both parties will ...