Protests against proposed social security legislation led to the deaths of more than two dozen people.

Francis is known to have a sweet tooth, particularly for the caramel dulce de leche specialty of his native Argentina.

The appointments are part of an ongoing effort to give a greater role to women in the work of the Roman Curia offices, the central administration of the Catholic church.

“Rejoice and be glad!” is what Jesus said on the Sermon on the Mount. It is also the title of Pope Francis’ new apostolic exhortation on holiness in everyday life.

The exhortation is, above all, a practical guide.

Francis showed us how to risk simply embracing the hurting world. No explaining, just loving.