Those touched − figuratively and literally − by Pope Francis, the "People's Pope," during his only visit to the U.S. reflect ...

The government of national unity (GNU) with the DA in it has survived, for now. Amid the verbal and court battles that this year's budget has provoked, the ANC and the DA agreed on Friday to set up ...

Pontiffs have been players in global affairs for hundreds of years. Pope Francis carved out his own form of global influence.

Among the many traditions and rituals that come into play following the death of a pope, one that has once again garnered ...

Keating also called the moment 'surreal' and added that every year the family still celebrates the anniversary of the day ...

At the centre of the shul (synagogue) is the holy ark. Over the front of the ark ... carried around for worshippers to touch or kiss respectfully, before being carefully undressed and laid out ...

This is the day that left an indelible imprint in the life of the rector of Saint Vincent Ferrer Seminary in Iloilo City.

“It is revered with the same holy kiss given to the altar.” It contains readings from the Gospels according to Mark, Matthew, Luke and John and is sometimes presented for use accompanied by a ...