Pope Francis presides over funeral of predecessor Benedict XVI as thousands mourn
The Vatican said some 50,000 people attended the Mass, after some 200,000 paid their respects during the three days of public viewing.
The Vatican said some 50,000 people attended the Mass, after some 200,000 paid their respects during the three days of public viewing.
Tens of thousands view Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI's body at Vatican
Vatican security officials estimated that by mid-afternoon Monday, some 40,000 people had filed by the retired pontiff's body.
Vatican security officials estimated that by mid-afternoon Monday, some 40,000 people had filed by the retired pontiff's body.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s reported last words: ‘Lord, I love you’
The basilica is set to host Benedict’s coffin for three days of viewing that start Monday.
The basilica is set to host Benedict’s coffin for three days of viewing that start Monday.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI dead at 95
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the shy German theologian who will forever be remembered as the first pontiff in 600 years to resign, died Saturday.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the shy German theologian who will forever be remembered as the first pontiff in 600 years to resign, died Saturday.
Benedict XVI: Tributes pour in for pope emeritus as Vatican plans 'simple' funeral
For all his accomplishments and accolades, Benedict will forever be known as the first pope in 600 years to resign.
For all his accomplishments and accolades, Benedict will forever be known as the first pope in 600 years to resign.
Arizona polygamous leader accused of having child brides pleads not guilty
Sam Bateman’s case is the most recent example of law enforcement taking action against abuse in the sister cities of Colorado City, Arizona, and Hildale, Utah of FLDS.
Sam Bateman’s case is the most recent example of law enforcement taking action against abuse in the sister cities of Colorado City, Arizona, and Hildale, Utah of FLDS.
Arizona polygamous 'prophet' leader had child brides, documents say
Federal officials contend Samuel Bateman engaged in horrific acts with children and called upon his followers to help cover his tracks. His followers say he was falsely accused and claim something else is at play.
Federal officials contend Samuel Bateman engaged in horrific acts with children and called upon his followers to help cover his tracks. His followers say he was falsely accused and claim something else is at play.
Health of retired Pope Benedict XVI 'worsening,' Vatican says
Earlier Wednesday, Pope Francis asked the faithful to pray for Benedict and went to visit his predecessor in the monastery on Vatican grounds.
Earlier Wednesday, Pope Francis asked the faithful to pray for Benedict and went to visit his predecessor in the monastery on Vatican grounds.
Google apologizes for controversial definition of 'Jew' on search engine
Google apologized after the definition of 'Jew' that appeared first was listed as an offensive verb.
Google apologized after the definition of 'Jew' that appeared first was listed as an offensive verb.
Ukrainians celebrate Christmas with the West, part with Russia
Yes, this has to do with the war, and yes, they have the blessing of their local church.
Yes, this has to do with the war, and yes, they have the blessing of their local church.
2 dead at Colorado Jehovah's Witness temple after Christmas Day shooting
Police in Thornton, Colorado, have confirmed that two people died in a shooting at a Jehovah's Witness temple on Christmas morning.
Police in Thornton, Colorado, have confirmed that two people died in a shooting at a Jehovah's Witness temple on Christmas morning.
Pope laments 'icy winds of war' in Christmas address
"Indeed, we must acknowledge with sorrow that, even as the Prince of Peace is given to us, the icy winds of war continue to buffet humanity," Pope Francis said.
"Indeed, we must acknowledge with sorrow that, even as the Prince of Peace is given to us, the icy winds of war continue to buffet humanity," Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis warns Vatican staff the devil, an 'elegant demon,' lurks among them
Francis said Thursday that Vatican bureaucrats are in fact "in greater danger than all others, because we are beset by the ‘elegant demon’ who does not make a loud entrance, but comes with flowers in his hand.”
Francis said Thursday that Vatican bureaucrats are in fact "in greater danger than all others, because we are beset by the ‘elegant demon’ who does not make a loud entrance, but comes with flowers in his hand.”
Holocaust survivors share message of hope during Hanukkah
Holocaust survivors from around the globe are marking the third day of Hanukkah together with a virtual ceremony as Jews worldwide worry about a sharp increase in antisemitism in Europe, the U.S. and elsewhere.
Holocaust survivors from around the globe are marking the third day of Hanukkah together with a virtual ceremony as Jews worldwide worry about a sharp increase in antisemitism in Europe, the U.S. and elsewhere.
NY Times Sunday crossword puzzles readers with swastika shape on Hanukkah: ‘How did this get approved’
The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah began on Dec. 18 and will end on the evening of Dec. 26.
The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah began on Dec. 18 and will end on the evening of Dec. 26.
As Hanukkah begins, President Biden and others condemn rising antisemitism
The Anti-Defamation League tracked 2,717 antisemitic instances of assault, harassment and vandalism last year, the highest number since it tracking them in 1979.
The Anti-Defamation League tracked 2,717 antisemitic instances of assault, harassment and vandalism last year, the highest number since it tracking them in 1979.
'Triumph over the darkness': Arizona rabbi talks the significance of the Hanukkah celebration
It's the beginning of Hanukkah, an eight-day celebration for those of the Jewish faith around the world, and in Arizona. It’s a celebration of deep meaning and significance that brings both peace and hope to many.
It's the beginning of Hanukkah, an eight-day celebration for those of the Jewish faith around the world, and in Arizona. It’s a celebration of deep meaning and significance that brings both peace and hope to many.
Imprisoned Arizona polygamous leader helped plan girls’ escape from foster care: US
The leader of a small polygamous group on the Arizona-Utah border helped orchestrate the escape of eight girls he considered his "wives" from foster care, prosecutors alleged.
The leader of a small polygamous group on the Arizona-Utah border helped orchestrate the escape of eight girls he considered his "wives" from foster care, prosecutors alleged.
Man pleads guilty to hate crime, arson charges for setting fire to Missouri Islamic center
The 44-year-old man poured contents from containers in the foyer and hallway and then lit a fire, which destroyed the center. About a dozen people escaped the building, and no one was injured.
The 44-year-old man poured contents from containers in the foyer and hallway and then lit a fire, which destroyed the center. About a dozen people escaped the building, and no one was injured.
Supreme Court justices spar in latest clash of religion and gay rights
The Supreme Court on Monday heard the case of a Christian graphic artist who objects to designing wedding websites for gay couples.
The Supreme Court on Monday heard the case of a Christian graphic artist who objects to designing wedding websites for gay couples.