Theoretically, any cardinal taking part in the conclave vote could succeed Pope Francis if they receive enough support.A majority of two thirds is needed for white smoke to emerge from the chimney of...

Prince Andrew has been dealt a major blow as Royal Family fans vote that he shouldn't make any more public appearances in an official capcity. The 65-year-old was joined by his ex-wife, Sarah...

Who will be the next Pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable contest 2 hours agoAleem MaqboolBBC Religion EditorGetty ImagesWho will be the next pope? The decision could have a profound impact on...

Who will be the next Pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable contest 47 minutes agoAleem MaqboolBBC Religion EditorGetty ImagesWho will be the next pope? The decision could have a profound impact on...

Liz Hurley's son Damian has seemingly given his seal of approval to her apparent new romance with Billy Ray Cyrus. The model and actress stunned fans recently by sharing a snap of the US country...

Richard Hammond has opened up on his divorce from his wife of 28 years Amanda Etheridge in a new Amazon Prime special The Not Very Grand Tour. The 55-year-old, who shares two children with his ex who...

Lucy Beaumont is reportedly gearing up for a major career comeback with buzz that she's joining the inaugural lineup of Celebrity Traitors. Since announcing the end of her marriage to Jon Richardson...

On what would have been Queen Elizabeth II's 99th birthday, there is little doubt that among her greatest legacies are what she achieved in the Commonwealth and the steadying hand she brought to the...

Francis was a vocal critic of the powerful, his influence felt far beyond faith16 minutes agoAleem MaqboolReligion editorBBCOver 12 profoundly consequential years for the Catholic Church, Pope...

Pope Francis, who has died aged 88, kissing a baby in St Peter's Square, Vatican City, 2019 (Image: AP)As the first Latin American to lead the Catholic Church in 1,300 years, a trained chemist and...

Francis: Traditional Pope from Latin America who changed Catholic Church 26 minutes agoAPHis ascension to the papacy heralded many firsts.Francis was the first Pope from the Americas or the Southern...

Francis: Traditional Pope from Latin America who changed Catholic Church 26 minutes agoAPHis ascension to the papacy heralded many firsts.Francis was the first Pope from the Americas or the Southern...