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Goma reburial held for beatified officer murdered for refusing bribe Goma reburial held for beatified officer murdered for refusing bribe The remains of a Congolese customs officer beatified by the Vatican for refusing a bribe were reburied on Tuesday in a cathedral.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Pope Leo XIV welcomes Argentine President Javier Milei at Vatican Pope Leo XIV welcomes Argentine President Javier Milei at Vatican Milei's visit to the Vatican comes as part of his 10-day European tour, including visits to Spain and France, and Israel. READ.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on June 7, 2025

‘Kiev Resumes…’ Putin SHOCKS Pope With Ukraine War Updates \| Putin Describes Call As ‘Constructive’ Russian President Vladimir Putin held a rare and “constructive” phone call with Pope Leo XIV, accusing Ukraine of deliberately escalating the conflict by sabotaging civilian infrastructure inside.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published on June 5, 2025

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Vatican releases first image of Pope Francis since he fell ill The Vatican has released the first image of Pope Francis since he was taken to hospital more than a month ago. Sky News - Published on March 16, 2025
The Pope has had 'two episodes of acute respiratory failure', Vatican says The Pope has had two episodes of "acute respiratory failure", the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on March 3, 2025
Pope stable and off mechanical ventilation after breathing 'crisis' The Pope is stable and off mechanical ventilation after apparently overcoming a setback in his recovery from pneumonia, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on March 3, 2025

The Pope has 'isolated' breathing crisis in hospital The Pope has had an "isolated" breathing crisis as he is treated in hospital, says the Vatican. Sky News - Published on February 28, 2025
'Slight improvement' in Pope's condition, Vatican says The Pope's condition is showing a "further, slight improvement", the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 26, 2025
Vatican issues update on Pope as he spends another night in hospital Pope Francis has had a "tranquil night" and is now sitting upright as he continues hospital treatment for pneumonia in both lungs, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 26, 2025

Pope carries out duties from hospital as he meets Vatican officials Pope Francis has met leading Vatican officials in hospital as he continues his recovery from pneumonia in both lungs. Sky News - Published on February 25, 2025
Pope Francis 'resumes some work' after 'slight improvement' in health Pope Francis's health has shown a "slight improvement" but he remains in a critical condition, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 24, 2025
Pope 'resting' in hospital and night 'went well' - as Vatican gives short update Pope Francis is "resting" in hospital and the night "went well", The Vatican has said in its latest update. Sky News - Published on February 24, 2025
Pope has 'inital mild' kidney insufficiency and still in critical condition, says Vatican The Pope remains in a critical condition and is now showing an "initial, mild" kidney insufficiency - but is "vigilant" and took part in Mass in hospital with those caring for him. Sky News - Published on February 23, 2025

Pope had 'tranquil' night in hospital, Vatican says Pope Francis had a "tranquil" in hospital, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 23, 2025
Vatican gives update on Pope Francis The Vatican has said Pope Francis "rested well" as he remains in hospital. Sky News - Published on February 22, 2025
Vatican cancels the Pope's weekend engagements The Vatican has cancelled Pope Francis's weekend engagements. Sky News - Published on February 18, 2025	Pope in hospital for fourth day as he continues bronchitis treatment Pope Francis will spend a fourth day in hospital and stay there for as long as required, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 17, 2025
Pope Francis to remain in hospital and miss Sunday prayer, Vatican says Pope Francis, who was admitted to hospital on Friday, will miss his usual public appearance and weekly prayer with pilgrims on Sunday, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 15, 2025	PMO lauds Archbishop Koovakad’s elevation as cardinal: ‘Immense pride for India’ Archbishop George Koovakad of India was elevated to Cardinal by Pope Francis in a Vatican City ceremony. The Indian government sent a delegation to witness the historic event. Koovakad, 51, joins 20.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 7, 2024
Vatican 'saddened' by Olympics opening ceremony's Last Supper-style scene The Vatican has issued a delayed response following the Olympics opening ceremony - saying it is "saddened" by a skit that appeared to parody Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper painting. Sky News - Published on August 3, 2024	Vatican Paintings Seemingly Feature UFOs There's some interesting paintings inside the Vatican ... and it's worth taking a closer look at what's being depicted in the sky. TMZ Studios has a new series, "Strange & Suspicious," now airing on a.. TMZ.com - Published on July 12, 2024
Vatican banishes archbishop who branded Pope 'servant of Satan' An ultra-conservative archbishop has been excommunicated by the Vatican after being found guilty of schism. Sky News - Published on July 5, 2024	Pope Francis Meets With Hollywood's Biggest Comedians at Vatican Pope Francis received a warm -- and very funny -- welcome at the Vatican from some of the biggest comedians in America, including Jimmy Fallon, Chris Rock and Whoopi Goldberg. The pontiff greeted a TON.. TMZ.com - Published on June 14, 2024
Pope Francis Repeats Gay Slur, Already Apologized For Same Thing Pope Francis has yet again used a disparaging slur against gay people behind closed Vatican doors -- less than a month after apologizing for doing the same thing. According to ANSA -- the leading news.. TMZ.com - Published on June 11, 2024	Pope Francis Uses Homophobic Slur 'Faotness' Behind Closed Doors Pope Francis got all homophobic behind closed Vatican doors, referencing "faotness" in defending the Church's ban on gays becoming priests. The Pope mused ..."There is already an air of fa**otness".. TMZ.com - Published on May 28, 2024
Vatican apologises after Pope uses derogatory term for gay men The Vatican has apologised after the Pope used a highly offensive word about gay men. Sky News - Published on May 28, 2024	US 'most wanted' fugitive arrested in Vatican with three knives One of the most wanted US fugitives was arrested in the Vatican, with three knives on him. Sky News - Published on April 18, 2024
Pope leads Easter Vigil after skipping Good Friday procession The Pope has presided over the Saturday-night Easter Vigil service at the Vatican a day after skipping the Good Friday procession at the Colosseum as a health precaution. Sky News - Published on March 30, 2024	Pope skips Good Friday procession to protect health, Vatican says Pope Francis did not take part in the Good Friday Way of the Cross procession at the Colosseum in Rome, to preserve his health ahead of Easter, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on March 29, 2024
'Very memorable moment': PM Modi recalls his meeting with Pope Francis Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the people of the world and the Christian community on Christmas. He recalled his meeting with Pope Francis in Vatican City in 2021, describing it.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 25, 2023	Former top Vatican official jailed in financial corruption scandal The pope's former deputy secretary of state and nine others have been found guilty in the Vatican's biggest financial corruption scandal. Sky News - Published on December 15, 2023
Pope 'not well' as he struggles to read speech at The Vatican The pope asked an aide to read his speech for him at his weekly audience in the Vatican on Wednesday, with the 86-year-old "not well" enough. Sky News - Published on November 29, 2023

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