The earthly remains of most of history’s 266 popes (plus some European royals) are buried in Rome—in dozens of catacombs and ...

In the wake of Pope Francis's passing, millions around the globe are set to converge on the Vatican, where history, art and ...

In antiquity and now, inconsistency and illogicality lie at the heart of the human effort to imagine what happens when we’re ...

Turkey's fifth largest city offers an alluring mix of ancient history and modern comforts, making it a must-visit for ...

Vatican cardinals were charged with deciding a date for the funeral ceremony this week. Now it is decided, the entire process ...

The first congregation of the Cardinals met in the Synod Hall this morning to discuss when to hold the service for the Pope, ...

After the death of Pope Francis, one of the most special and unique sacred rituals of the Catholic religion begins. One of the peculiarities of this procedure lies in the coffin, ...

During a visit to Palmyra, reporters found traces of the many forces that had fought over the city and ancient monuments ...

Stretches of sunny beaches, ancient ruins, and a vibrant culture await in this tourist-friendly and visually stunning coastal ...