Pope remains in critical condition with early kidney failure, Vatican says
In a late update, the Vatican said the 88-year-old pontiff remains alert and "well-oriented."
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In a late update, the Vatican said the 88-year-old pontiff remains alert and "well-oriented."
Six living hostages — including two who were held in Gaza for a decade — were released by Hamas Saturday.
Timothy Cardinal Dolan is turning 75 and that comes with some big changes for the archdiocese.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
Organizers say an act during the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony featuring an LGBTQ+ icon flanked by drag artists did not depict "The Last Supper."
Three administrators have been "permanently removed from their positions" at Columbia College and "remain on leave" over texts they exchanged during an on-campus event about Jewish life at the school, Columbia University's president announced Monday.
Carlo Acutis died of leukemia in 2006 at age 15. The Catholic Church has attributed two miracles to him, which means he can be elevated to sainthood.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Pope Francis called for "negotiated peace" in Ukraine and Gaza, noting the devastating effects war has on children.
Millions of Jewish people around the world will observe Passover starting on Monday. But this year, with the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, there are additional concerns about staying safe during the holiday. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga explains how cities are handling security concerns.
Parishioners arrived from all over the planet to get in touch with their respective faiths.
Court documents identified the shooter who opened fire at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston before being killed by security officers.
Pope Francis made his Christmas Day appeal for peace around the world and in particular between Israel and the Palestinians.
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
Religious leaders from different faiths stood together with Mayor Eric Adams, saying it's important to speak up and speak out. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
However, no U.S. citizens or other foreign nationals who have been stranded in Gaza since the war began were allowed to cross into Egypt.
This is the pope's second abdominal surgery in two years.
On this Good Friday, marches called "The Way of the Cross," are being held by Christians around the world, including several in Manhattan who said they're walking for peace. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge has the story.
Catholics are observing Good Friday ahead of Easter this Sunday.
Churches across the region are holding special holiday services, along with Stations of the Cross processions.
Catholic religious leaders gathered in Harlem to distribute free meals to families. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Pope Francis has been discharged from the Rome hospital where he was treated for bronchitis.
A Vatican spokesman said the pope does not have COVID-19, but requires several days of therapy.
The holiday marks the beginning of lent season, when many give something up to show their commitment to their faith.
