While the Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, they do not ...

Vatican sources said Sunday the Pope was still receiving oxygen through a tube tucked into his nose..Pope Francis, Vatican ...

Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.

Pope Francis' ninth night in hospital was peaceful, the Vatican said Sunday, the day after revealing the 88-year-old was in a ...

The Vatican says Pope Francis is still receiving high flows of supplemental oxygen after doctors earlier said that the 88-year-old pope, who had part of one lung removed as a young man, was in ...

Pope Francis spent his tenth day in hospital Sunday as Catholics around the world prayed for his recovery, the day after the Vatican warned the 88-year-old's condition was "critical".

Pope Francis is currently in hospital battling pneumonia in both lungs, sparking concerns around the world about what happens ...

The Vatican did not provide further details about the condition of the pope, who has been in the hospital for more than a week.

Pope Francis, who had part of a lung removed as a young man due to pleurisy, has experienced a string of health issues—often ...

Pope Francis’ words on forgiveness, service and communion were delivered to more than 4,000 deacons gathered for a historic ...

After casting their votes, the ballots are methodically opened by three appointed "scrutineers," who tally the names and ...