What happens when pandemic locks down a globe-trotting pope?
During the virus crisis, Francis has become a 21st-century prisoner of the Vatican.
Sun Aug 30 2020
Vatican turns off fountains as Rome gasps in drought
It was the first time authorities in the spiritual home of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics could remember being forced to turn off the fountains.
Tue Jul 25 2017
After Vatican controversy, McDonald's helps feed homeless in Rome
The fast food giant accepted a challenge to adopt one of Pope Francis's cherished principles - feeding the hungry.
Tue Jan 17 2017
Pope calls for global solidarity
Pope Francis on Wednesday called for greater solidarity in the world in his first New Year blessing as pontiff.
Wed Jan 01 2014
Vatican crowd shares Argentina's joy at new pope
Tens of thousands of people in St Peter's Square on Wednesday celebrated with Argentina Latin America's first pope Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
Wed Mar 13 2013
Emotional Pope says God asked him to retire
Pope Benedict XVI delivered an emotional last Sunday prayer in St Peter's Square, saying God had told him to devote himself to prayer but assuring supporters he would not "abandon" the Church.
Sun Feb 24 2013
Pope calls on Church to 'renew' and 'refocus'
Pope Benedict XVI called on the Church and its faithful to "renew" and "refocus on God by disowning pride and egoism", before he steps down.
Sun Feb 17 2013
Pope to bid Catholics farewell in St Peter's on Feb 27
Pope Benedict XVI will bid his followers farewell in a final audience in St Peter's Square on February 27, a Vatican spokesman said.
Tue Feb 12 2013
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024