The Vatican is the world's smallest country, ruled by the Pope, with its own laws, bank, and army. Formed in 1929, it holds billions in assets and global influence far beyond its tiny size.
A bitter feud has ignited between Bill Gates and Elon Musk. Gates accuses Musk of killing the world's poorest children through misguided USAID cuts.
Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago-born missionary and member of the Augustinian order, is elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first Augustinian pontiff and signalling a new chapter for the Catholic Church.
Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American and North American pontiff in Catholic Church history.
Migrants will be required to have a much higher level of English proficiency in order to obtain a UK visa.
Colbert's remarks came as 60 Minutes continued to air stories critical of Trump's actions—something the president has repeatedly condemned.
China's Xi Jinping is arming the economy with massive stimulus and rate cuts to counter Trump's tariffs. Will it tip the scales in upcoming US trade talks?
Questions arise over her lack of traditional public health experience and her views on medicine and nutrition
US importers are rushing to bonded warehouses to dodge Trump's 145% tariffs, but space is tight, and costs are soaring
The Vatican's secret conclave to choose the next Pope has started, with uncertainty on timing
Millions are now being wagered online on who will be the next Pope, extending the reach of digital betting to the traditionally secretive papal conclave.
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the first-ever cardinal from Jerusalem, has emerged as a potential contender for the papacy following Pope Francis's death.
