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Vatican ambassador visits Israel Museum’s archaeology wing
Archbishop Giorgio Lingua visited the Israel Museum's Archaeology Department, which houses various historical artifacts, including those related to the crucifixion and Jesus Christ.
A future pope will 'welcome us back', says priest from excommunicated antisemitic Catholic sect
In Madrid, Pope calls for compassion towards 'every human being'
Chicago rabbi gifts Pope Leo XIV a White Sox kippah during Vatican visit
Pope Francis remains critical and has 'slight' kidney issue, Vatican says
The Vatican said the 88-year-old Francis, who has double pneumonia, had suffered a "prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis."
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Pope Francis hospitalized with double pneumonia, Vatican says treatment is challenging.
Pope Francis, in hospital, has 'slight fever' but is stable, Vatican says
Despite his periodic health issues and reduced mobility, Francis has kept up a busy schedule, including foreign travel.
'It was all eternally heavenly': Seeing 'The Szyk Haggadah' at the Vatican Library
Eight years before, the limited premier edition of The Szyk Haggadah I created (2006-08) had been donated to the Vatican Library. I now had an opportunity to see it housed at the Vatican.
Biden awards Pope Francis medal of freedom, highest US civilian honor
This is the first time during his administration that Biden gave the award with distinction, the White House said.
Historic first: Psychologist nun Simona Brambilla appointed as Vatican's first female prefect
Women are still excluded from ordination as priests, and discussions about female ordination continue to create divisions within the Church.
Jewish leaders to Pope: Build bridges, don’t fuel antisemitism
Major Jewish organization leaders called on the Pope to refrain from 'incendiary comments' about the Israel-Hamas War.
Secret Papal escape route reopens after restoration
The fortified passageway, which connects the Vatican with Castel Sant'Angelo, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the tumultuous history of Rome.
'The Vatican was silent during the Holocaust, now it spreads modern blood libels’: MK Chikli
Diaspora Minister AMichai Chikli also accused Canada and Australia of creating unsafe policies for Jewish citizens.
Pope Francis to meet Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the Vatican
Abbas travels to Italy this week, where he is expected also to meet with Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.