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The word itself predates Christianity, but the conclave with its secretive deliberations and ancient trappings still captures the public's curiosity.

In the weeks that follow the passing of a pontiff, the city of Rome, and the Vatican in particular, comes alive with discussions over which man is best suited to next lead the church.

At issue is whether school systems are required to allow parents to opt their kids out of classes because of religious objections to classroom materials.

Villanova University theology professor and papacy expert Massimo Faggioli breaks down why it's so hard to predict who the next pope will be and what direction he'll take the Catholic Church.

The nationwide drugstore chain must pay the government at least $300 million and will owe another $50 million if the company is sold, merged, or transferred before 2032, according to the settlement.

Algunos aspectos destacados sobre la vida del papa Francisco, quien falleció el lunes.

Las campanas repicaron en las torres de las iglesias de toda Roma tras el anuncio, que fue leído por el cardenal Kevin Farrell, camarlengo del Vaticano, desde la capilla de la Domus Santa Marta, donde vivía Francisco.

Kevin Farrell is the camerlengo, or acting head of the Vatican, until a new pope is elected. Here's what to know about Farrell, who was born in Ireland and spent much of his career in the U.S.

Vilified by the Assad regime, these Nobel-nominated first responders operated only in rebel areas. Now their founder is in the new government and they're extending their reach to all of Syria.

The pope was a strong advocate for the poor and the environment and a towering figure on the world stage, addressing not just Catholics but the men and women of our time.