Pope Francis rests after alarming setback in recovery
Pope Francis has had a peaceful night after a coughing fit that worried doctors after days of cautious optimism as he recovers from double pneumonia.
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Pope Francis resting as he continues pneumonia recovery
Pope Francis slept well and is resting, the Vatican says, as he continues his slow recovery from double pneumonia and shows he's still getting work done.
Pope resting after quiet night in hospital: Vatican
Pope Francis has had a quiet night in hospital and is resting, the Vatican says, as the pontiff remains in a critical condition battling double pneumonia.
Pope well enough to talk about saints with Vatican No.2
Pope Francis rested well throughout the night and has had enough strength for a meeting to discuss candidates for sainthood, the Vatican says.
Prayers as Vatican says Pope passes ‘tranquil’ night
The Pope is resting in hospital after a "tranquil" night, the Vatican says, as he thanks doctors and supporters in a written message.
Pope ‘rested well’ but won’t lead Sunday prayers
The Pope "rested well" overnight, the Vatican says, but will not lead Sunday prayers for a second consecutive week as he's treated for double pneumonia.
Pope’s health ‘slightly improving’, Vatican says
The Pope's health is improving and he is alert, able to move around and even doing some work, the Vatican says.
Pope Francis alert and eating, Vatican says in update
Pope Francis has spent a sixth night in hospital without any further complications, the Vatican says.
Pope had ‘peaceful’ night despite pneumonia diagnosis
The Vatican says Pope Francis has developed bilateral pneumonia, after new tests showed a further complication in the condition of the 88-year-old pope.
Pope’s engagements cancelled amid ‘complex’ infection
Pope Francis' respiratory tract infection is presenting a "complex clinical picture", the Vatican says, and will require further time in hospital.
Pope Francis spends third ‘peaceful’ night in hospital
Pope Francis remains in a Rome hospital receiving treatment for a respiratory tract infection.
East Timor turns out in force for mass with the Pope
Almost half the population of East Timor has turned out for a mass with Pope Francis at a park synonymous with the country's long struggle for independence.
Pope cheers East Timor while nodding to abuse scandal
Pope Francis has praised East Timor's recovery after receiving a rapturous welcome to the country, and has also vaguely acknowledged a bishop's abuse scandal.
Pope Francis warns against religious extremism
On the first day of his tour of Indonesia, the pope has warned against religious extremism, saying it distorts religious beliefs through deception and violence.
G7 confronts China on commerce, pope talks about AI
G7 leaders say they want to level the commerce playing field with China, while the pope has warned of the perils of AI during his historic appearance.
G7 focus switches to China, Pope to lead AI discussions
Talks at the G7 meet in Italy are set to focus on the China challenge after a Ukrainian loan deal was struck on the summit's opening day.
Pope Francis presides over Easter Vigil at Vatican
Pope Francis has presided over the Vatican's sombre Easter Vigil service, a day after he decided to skip a Good Friday procession as a health precaution.
Ukraine rebuffs Pope calling for talks with Russia
Ukrainian and allied officials have criticised Pope Francis for saying Kyiv should have the "courage" to negotiate an end to the war with Russia.
Pope Francis leads Benedict’s funeral
The pope has compared his predecessor Benedict to Jesus before tens of thousands of mourners while presiding over the funeral for the late former pontiff.
Vatican crowds gather for Benedict funeral
Some 100,000 mourners are expected to attend the funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict as the former pontiff is laid to rest in the Vatican.
Death of Benedict shades Vatican new year
While tributes to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI continue to flow from world leaders and conservative Catholics, others are highly critical of his pontificate.