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Papal nuncio leads diplomats on Pampanga heritage tour

Papal nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown leads ambassadors and diplomats on a Pampanga heritage tour, highlighting culture, history, and tourism.

22 March 20261 MIN READ

Pope Francis adjusts his white zucchetto (skullcap) during the weekly general audience at Paul VI Hall in the Vatican on 18 December 2019.

The papal skullcap: A history of humility and hierarchy

From Roman practicality to papal symbolism, the zucchetto tells a centuries-old story stitched into every Catholic rank—right up to the white cap worn by Pope…

11 May 20252 MIN READ

Mosaic of Christ enthroned with saints and apostles in the apse of the Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome, featuring rich gold background and intricate detailing.

Why the next Pope won't be called Peter

New name, new mission: A tradition of papal names explained

Cardinals line up in the Sistine Chapel to take an oath of secrecy before the start of the conclave to elect a new pope at the Vatican on 12 March 2013.

Conclave: How a Pope is elected

From the voting of cardinal electors to the burning of ballots in a cast-iron stove dating back to 1939, here’s a look at what happens inside the Sistine…

7 May 20255 MIN READ

Tagle’s papal bid stirs mixed feelings

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, a prominent Filipino prelate, is considered a leading candidate to succeed Pope Francis. His compassionate approach and social…

7 May 20253 MIN READ

Catholic cardinals dressed in red vestments walk solemnly through a fresco-lined corridor toward the Sistine Chapel as they prepare to enter the papal conclave.

Papal conclave set for 7 May

Catholic cardinals will convene on 7 May to begin voting for a new pope, the Vatican announced Monday, one week after the death of Pope Francis.

28 April 20253 MIN READ

CBCP reiterates: No frontrunners in papal conclave

The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines on Sunday dismissed speculation about front-runners among cardinals expected to vote for Pope Francis’…

28 April 20252 MIN READ

Papal trivia

Out of 266 supreme pontiffs, 217 are from Italy. The late Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, is the only pope from Argentina.

26 April 20253 MIN READ

Pope for the people

When Jorge Mario Bergoglio became Pope Francis in 2013, he shattered expectations. The humble Argentine chose a name that reflected his deep commitment to the…

25 April 20253 MIN READ

Conclave in focus: The Papal election process

Following Pope Francis’ passing, the Vatican prepares for the conclave — sparking renewed interest in the 2024 film Conclave. Here's how the secretive process…

25 April 20252 MIN READ

Papal conclave: a painstaking voting process

Cardinal electors gather in the Sistine Chapel for a highly secretive conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how the historic process unfolds step…

22 April 20253 MIN READ

Oslob Church receives affiliate church status from Rome’s Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major

The spiritual affinity between the Oslob Parish and the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major is rooted in the shared devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

22 April 20252 MIN READ

In faith and resilience: Remembering the 2015 papal visit

Relive the unforgettable 2015 Papal visit to the Philippines, a testament to faith, resilience, and unity. Discover how Pope Francis' message of hope and…

23 February 20254 MIN READ