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Pope Leo XIV emerges at Vatican, becomes first American pope

Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new Pope of the Catholic Church, taking the name Leo XIV. He made his first public appearance at the Vatican to greet the faithful and deliver his inaugural prayer.

Opinion 10 hours ago

DAVID MARCUS: Pope Leo XIV's greatest challenge is already changing the world

In the course of European history, popes have had enormous influence on the development of science, sometimes in conflict, but also in vital partnership.

World 10 hours ago

Cardinal Robert Prevost announced as first American pope, taking name Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV has been elected following roughly 24 hours of deliberation among the 133-member College of Cardinals, the Vatican announced on Thursday.

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New pope elected by conclave

White smoke flows from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel during the conclave to elect a new pope, at the Vatican, Thursday, May 8, 2025.(Credit: Reuters)

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Bishop Robert Barron on day one of the conclave.

Bishop Robert Barron exclusively spoke to Fox News Digital to discuss the first day of the historic conclave, and looks ahead to the second day.

Opinion 10 hours ago

Morning Glory: Please God, a pope younger than me

The last conclave many Boomers will witness is crucial to the Catholic Church for their children, and their grandchildren.

World 10 hours ago

Papal conclave: Eventual new pope's chosen name may signal what's ahead

As Catholics around the world wait for a new pope to be voted in, they also are also waiting to see what name the new pontiff chooses.

World 10 hours ago

How the pope gets paid and a look into the Vatican's finances

The Vatican is governed by the Holy See, which oversees stipends and allowances given to the leader of the Catholic church for their service.

VIDEO 10 hours ago

How the Catholic Church will select the next Pope

‘America’s Newsroom’ Co-Host Bill Hemmer explains how the Catholic Church will select the next Pope in a centuries-old process known as the Papal Conclave.

VIDEO 10 hours ago

First vote of papal conclave to take place today

Fox News contributor Jonathan Morris and senior correspondent Benjamin Hall discuss the first vote to elect a new pope taking place and their outlook for the voting process. 

World 10 hours ago

The College of Cardinals meet to elect the next pope. Who will it be?

There is no formal candidate process following the death of a pope, and the College of Cardinals will meet to elect a new pope as contenders mount ahead of deliberations.

World 10 hours ago

Cardinals gather in St. Peter’s Basilica for final Mass before conclave to choose new pope

Cardinals entered St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday for a final Mass before the conclave to elect the successor to Pope Francis after his death last month.

Politics 10 hours ago

Catholic Church to excommunicate priests for following WA law requiring child abuse confessions to be reported

The Catholic Church said priests will be excommunicated if they follow a new Washington state law requiring clergy to report confessions about child abuse to law enforcement.

Politics 10 hours ago

DOJ investigating ‘anti-Catholic’ Washington state law requiring clergy to report child abuse

The DOJ is investigating a new Washington state law that adds “members of the clergy” to a list of professionals required to report child abuse or neglect learned through confession.

World 10 hours ago

From the Holy Land to the Holy See: Cardinal Pizzaballa emerges as papal candidate

A Jerusalem cardinal who spent decades fostering interfaith ties among Christians, Jews and Muslims is a leading contender to be the next pope as the conclave convenes.

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Fox Business Briefs 5/5

Tyson Foods says sales held up in recent quarter; Real ID deadline is Wednesday; WSJ: Employers aren't firing, but aren't hiring; How Americans are celebrating Cinco De Mayo.

Media 10 hours ago

PAPAL PULSE: Everyday Catholics reveal their hopes for the next pope

Fox News Digital spoke with everyday Catholics to get their expectations for the next pope and their reflections on Pope Francis' legacy.

World 10 hours ago

Francis' 'pope-mobile' being converted into Gaza mobile clinic

The pope-mobile that carried Pope Francis on his 2014 tour of Bethlehem will be converted into a "mobile health station" for children in Gaza.

VIDEO 10 hours ago

Joe Concha: You're looking at the 'modern day Yoko Ono'

Fox News contributor Joe Concha discusses Meghan Markle opening up on her relationship with Prince Harry, the latest in the Belichick-Hudson drama, cross necklaces being deemed as a 'hot accessory' and more.

World 10 hours ago

Will the next pope be from Asia?

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle could become the first Asian pontiff, marking a historic moment for the church as it considers leadership beyond its mostly European traditions.

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Cardinal Luis Tagle seen as potential successor to Pope Francis

Fox News contributor Jonathan Morris reports from Rome ahead of next week's papal conclave.

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Vatican prepares for largest conclave in history to elect new pope

Jeff Cavins, Ascension Press author and creator of the Bible in a Year program, joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to preview next week’s historic conclave, where Church leaders will gather at the Vatican to elect a new Pope.

World 10 hours ago

Chimney installed on Sistine Chapel's roof ahead of conclave to pick Pope Francis' successor

The Vatican is finalizing preparations for the May 7 conclave, with firefighters on Friday installing a chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel.

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Chimney installed on Sistine Chapel ahead of Vatican conclave

A chimney was installed Friday, May 2, on the roof of the Sistine Chapel ahead of the conclave to pick the next pope.

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Faith leaders credit Trump for bringing religion back to America

Bishop Kelvin Cobaris and CBN chief political analyst David Brody join 'Fox News @ Night' after the White House celebrates the National Day of Prayer.

Politics 10 hours ago

Sen. Graham responds in kind to Trump's joke about wanting to be pope: 'Keep an open mind'

Sen. Lindsey Graham responded in kind after President Donald Trump jokingly suggested he'd like to be the pope, writing on X that he was "excited" the president was "open to the idea."

Politics 10 hours ago

Trump jokes he'd like to be pope, 'Number 1 choice' – then names a real contender

President Donald Trump joked to the media that he'd "like to be pope" while adding that he does not have a preference for who is elected.

Media 10 hours ago

Biden praises late Pope Francis in op-ed, slams modern leaders who 'embraced cruelty'

Former President Biden mourned Pope Francis in an op-ed, arguing that it is up to his admirers to carry on his legacy of service and compassion to the world.

Media 10 hours ago

Cardinal Dolan gives inside look into conclave, Holy Spirit's role in selecting a new pope

Cardinal Timothy Dolan, archbishop of New York, provides an inside look into what goes on during conclave in the Catholic church.

World 10 hours ago

Conclave to pick next pope to begin May 7, Vatican says

The conclave to pick the next pope following the April 21 death of Pope Francis will begin on Wednesday, May 7, according to the Vatican.

VIDEO 10 hours ago

Alan Dershowitz: Harvard cannot use 'academic freedom' as an excuse for teaching antisemitism

Lawyer Alan Dershowitz calls for the federal government to act against a 'structural problem' at Harvard University on 'Life, Liberty & Levin.'