Leo XIV could rekindle faith in a shrinking US church while embracing the world’s poor
Pope Leo XIV will need to tread a fine line in an era of geopolitical turmoil
Pope Leo XIV was seen as a compromise candidate for a church facing an array of challenges
Solemn rites of choosing a pope conceal earthly power struggles in ‘pure Hollywood, cinema-style stuff’
Catholic cardinals divided on successor to reformist Francis after first round of voting in secretive conclave
Cardinal Pietro Parolin was the architect of a deal with China that could scupper his chances to succeed Pope Francis
Plus, investors borrow against PE and London’s reprieve
Late pontiff sought to battle corruption but his successor faces a steep challenge in balancing the books
Simplified ceremonies mark late pontiff’s final push to reform Catholic Church
When an electoral system evolves over time, it can be surprisingly effective
The late pontiff was a surprisingly divisive figure in his native Argentina
Global leaders including Donald Trump to attend funeral in St Peter’s Square
Vatican announces death of Argentine pontiff on Monday morning after 12 years at head of Catholic Church
The candidates to succeed Francis reflect the changing demography of — and rifts within — the Catholic Church
The pontiff could only push his clout so far
New pope to be selected by Vatican conclave once official mourning period ends
The first non-European pontiff in centuries pioneered change but was not the radical liberal of conservative imaginings
Judge rejects dishonesty allegations but finds Raffaele Mincione’s representation of London building’s value was ‘not frank’
The city’s overstretched infrastructure faces its toughest test with an expected influx of Catholic pilgrims
Vatican-watchers are debating who might succeed Francis at the head of a Catholic Church rife with internal tensions
Dozens of former members say organisation targets young teenagers to commit to strict religious life
Archbishop appeared as part of proceedings brought by financier found guilty of embezzlement
Businessman was found guilty by Holy See of embezzlement over a Chelsea property deal
Giovanni Angelo Becciu says he relied on expert advice when approving a London property investment at centre of scandal
Giovanni Angelo Becciu was responsible for managing the Holy See’s funds
