Appearing publicly in street clothes for the first time as pontiff, Pope Francis went into St. Peter’s Basilica to pray and greet the faithful.

Two art restorers were putting the final touches on a months-long restoration of the tomb of Pope Urban VIII, who in 1626 ...

St. Peter’s Basilica is pictured during a press tour to present the recent restoration of the funerary monuments of Popes ...

When it comes to the Renaissance greats, Raphael surely needs no introduction. His huge impact on the course of Western art ...

The pontiff's surprise entrance came during a special Jubilee Mass for those who are sick and those who care for the sick.

The name Raphael was rare when when Social Security’s yearly name lists started. Now, there is renaissance of this Renaissance artist’s name.

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Another of the Vatican’s must-see areas for any art-loving tourist is the second-floor Raphael Rooms (home to Raphael’s famous masterpiece School of Athens), which are filled with frescos by ...

Pope Francis back at the Vatican after 5 weeks in hospital Doctors prescribed pope two months of further rest Unclear how often pope will be seen in public in coming weeks VATICAN CITY ...

The Pope speaking in his mother tongue of Spanish as he thanked people for their prayers. Now the Vatican tonight saying the Pope remains in *** stable condition. And given that they will not be ...

The Vatican has issued a positive update on the health of Pope Francis as he continues to recover from his bout of double pneumonia. The 88-year-old pontiff has spent nearly five weeks in hospital.