There are only a few days left until the start of the conclave that will elect the 267th Pope of the Catholic Church. There are several favourites to succeed Pope Francis - Italians Pietro Parolin,...

One man is clear favourite to replace Pope Francis, according to a former Vatican insider who says the real power struggle has already played out behind the scenes. Charles Collins, 52, spent 16...

Two potential candidates to succeed Pope Francis as pontiff are "dark horses" getting less attention than others, a papacy expert has said. And she noted that the secretive process of selecting...

As the world said goodbye to His Holiness Pope Francis at his funeral in Rome today (Saturday), machinations are already underway in the background to decide who will become his successor. Several...

A bizarre moment between Donald Trump, Melania Trump and the Macrons at Pope Francis's funeral has been caught on camera. French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron joined world...

Pope Francis’ doctor found the pontiff with his eyes open and breathing normally, but unresponsive when he was called to the Vatican early Monday morning, the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera...

Who will be the next pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable process 7 hours agoAleem Maqbool, Rebecca Seales & Paul KirbyBBC NewsGetty ImagesWho will be the next pope? The decision could have a...

Who will be the next pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable contest 2 hours agoAleem Maqbool, Rebecca Seales & Paul KirbyBBC NewsGetty ImagesWho will be the next pope? The decision could have a...

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...

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...