The last Italian pope died in 1978. Now, among the papal candidates ahead of next week’s conclave, there are several Italian contenders.

A Catholic scholar explains every step of the conclave process that will determine the successor to the late Pope Francis.

Many continue to mourn the loss of Pope Francis, who passed away last week on Easter Monday at 88 years old. A passenger's mobile device was lodged in a seat and caused "an electrical smell," prompting an emergency landing to remove it.

Here's everything you need to know about a conclave, the secret, centuries-old process used to select a new pope.

Promoting a church that is welcoming, listens to everyone and unifies, some members of the College of Cardinals told reporters April 29.