World Mar 16 Pope Leo will accept Liberty Medal in remote broadcast from Rome, forgoing U.S. visit By Maryclaire Dale, Associated Press
Arts Dec 16 Colosseum subway station, with displays of unearthed artifacts, opens in Rome Rome has opened two subway stations. One is deep beneath the Colosseum that mixes the modernity of high-tech transport with artifacts from an ancient era. By David Biller, Associated Press
World Nov 04 Rescued worker dies after 11 hours trapped within partially collapsed medieval tower in Rome The man, identified as Octav Stroici, died shortly after being rescued late Monday. By David Biller, Trisha Thomas, Associated Press
World Jun 07 Thousands march through Rome demanding end to war in Gaza The protest attracted a diverse crowd from across the country, including many families with children. According to organizers, up to 300,000 people participated in the rally. By Giada Zampano, Associated Press
World May 25 Pope Leo XIV completes formalities to become bishop of Rome, declaring 'I am Roman!' One of the many titles that Leo assumed when he was elected May 8 was bishop of Rome. Given his responsibilities running the 1.4-billion strong universal Catholic Church, popes delegate the day-to-day governance of running of the diocese of Roman… By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press
May 06 How does the movie 'Conclave' compare to the real thing? Here's what experts say By Dan Cooney The conclave to select the next pope kicks off with the Latin phrase for “outside, all.” What happens next will be a mystery to everyone beyond the Sistine Chapel. Continue reading
May 06 'We need a superman!' Cardinals wrap up pre-conclave meetings By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press Although they come from 70 different countries, the 133 cardinal electors seem fundamentally united in insisting that they need to find a pope who can be both a pastor and a teacher, a bridge who can unite the church and… Continue reading
Apr 26 Watch 5:54 World leaders and faithful mourners bid solemn farewell to Pope Francis By Malcolm Brabant Pope Francis was laid to rest Saturday after a solemn Requiem Mass outside Saint Peter’s Basilica. On the same day, President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican to discuss hopes for lasting peace. Special correspondent… Continue watching
Apr 25 How Pope Francis' tomb and final tribute will reflect his 'humble' life By Giada Zampano, Associated Press Around 40 people — homeless, prisoners, migrants and transgender people — will salute the pope holding a white rose, just before his burial. Continue reading
Apr 16 Iran confirms that 2nd round of nuclear talks with the U.S. will be in Rome By Jon Gambrell, Nasser Karimi, Associated Press Iran confirmed Wednesday that the next round of nuclear talks with the United States this weekend will be held in Rome after earlier confusion over where the negotiations would be held. Continue reading