Rome is urging Venezuela President Maduro and his Chavistas to hold the elections they are now blocking, release hundreds of political prisoners like Mr. López and restore the democratic separation of powers they have mowed down.

Pope Francis left a not-so-subtle message outside his office: anyone who is thinking of making a fuss, leave your whining at the door.

Money destined for “Pope's hospital” allegedly went toward renovating the former secretary of state’s apartment.

How Pope Francis has changed the Catholic Church's relationship with the media

The archbishop of Milan leads a very large church with ancient traditions and heroes.

The pope is opening the way to recognize as saints those who act in ways they know will lead to their certain death.