Politics May 05 WATCH: Rubio addresses Strait of Hormuz efforts, Vatican trip in White House briefing By Associated Press
World Mar 16 Pope Leo will accept Liberty Medal in remote broadcast from Rome, forgoing U.S. visit Pope Leo XIV will accept the Liberty Medal in Philadelphia on the eve of July 4 in a remote broadcast from Rome but won’t travel to the U.S. during its 250th birthday celebrations this year. 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
May 25 Pope Leo XIV completes formalities to become bishop of Rome, declaring 'I am Roman!' By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press 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… Continue reading
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