A phone was introduced to the secret Cardinal Committee that elected the current pope
A new book reveals that the election of Pope Leo XIV may have been compromised by a cardinal using a mobile phone during the voting process.
Who is Robert Sarah, the African cardinal who could succeed Pope Francis?
The article discusses the potential candidates for the papacy following the death of Pope Francis, highlighting Cardinal Robert Sarah among others as a significant contender.
Two conservative cardinals call on Lefebvrists to reconsider and not ordain new bishops
Two conservative cardinals urge the traditionalist Society of Saint Pius X to obey the Pope and not to ordain new bishops.
Pro-abortion Notre Dame professor withdraws from institute role after fierce criticism from bishop, cardinals
Susan Ostermann has decided not to take the role as director of the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies at Notre Dame following backlash from conservative religious figures.
Cardinals, journalists, and prelates: the ultra-conservative network conspiring against Bergoglio
The article explores the ultraconservative network involving cardinals, journalists, and prelates that is allegedly conspiring against Pope Francis.
Diamondbacks acquire 8-time All-Star Nolan Arenado from the Cardinals in big move
The Arizona Diamondbacks have traded for eight-time All-Star Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals, sending minor-league pitcher Jack Martinez and receiving cash considerations to offset his contract.
All that we still did not know about Leo's Consistory
A week after the extraordinary Consistory, curiosity remains about what was discussed between the Pope and the cardinals behind closed doors regarding key topics like the apostolic exhortation and liturgy.
The Pope laments before the cardinals that the Church 'closed the door' to abuse victims
Pope Leo XIV expressed regret to worldwide cardinals for the Church's failure to support and acknowledge victims of abuse, intensifying their suffering, as reported by the Vatican.
Governance of the Church, Latin Mass... At the Vatican, the Velvet Revolution of Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV has initiated a 'velvet revolution' at the Vatican by summoning all 245 of his cardinals for annual discussions on the strategic direction of the Church, unlike his predecessor.
Vatican Seven / Leo XIV fully seizes the reins of the papacy, but does not want to be alone. He urged the cardinals to help each other
In the first week of the new year, Pope Leo XIV has marked a symbolic shift in the Vatican by closing the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica, indicating a new era following the jubilee year initiated by his predecessor.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for 'listening' for a united Church and will call the cardinals again at the end of June
Pope Leo XIV emphasizes the importance of listening to forge a united Catholic Church, while planning a follow-up meeting with cardinals for further discussions.
The Pope wants the plenary meetings of cardinals to be annual and summons them again in June
Pope Leo XIV has called for annual plenary meetings of cardinals, with the next one scheduled for June, and has invited cardinals to send their suggestions via email.
The Pope asks cardinals not to promote their own interests and agendas during the consistory
The Pope has urged cardinals to refrain from promoting personal interests at the consistory, where the mission of the Church and synodal governance were central topics of discussion.
Pope Lav calls on cardinals to work for a more inclusive Church
Pope Lav urged cardinals from around the world to focus on attracting new followers and avoiding divisions within the 1.4 billion-member Catholic community during a two-day consistory.
Consistory, Leo XIV to the Cardinals: "I Count on You". The Latin Mass is off the Agenda
Pope Leo XIV holds his first extraordinary meeting with cardinals eight months after his election, emphasizing mission and synodality while removing the Latin Mass from the agenda.
The Pope summoned Cardinals to the Vatican for an extraordinary consistory: These are the topics on the table
Pope Leo XIV has convened an extraordinary consistory of Cardinals in Vatican City on January 7-8, marking his first such meeting during his pontificate and the first gathering of the entire College of Cardinals since the May 2025 conclave.
Pope Leo XIV calls an emergency meeting of cardinals from around the world
For the first time during his tenure, Pope Leo XIV has called all 245 cardinals from around the world to the Vatican to address requests for more collective governance of the Catholic Church.
The Pope called a meeting of cardinals. The first such meeting organized by Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV has convened a cardinal consistory, marking his first such meeting since his election in May 2025, where cardinals are seeking greater influence in church governance.
Pope Lav calls all the world's Cardinals to an extraordinary consistory in the Vatican
Pope Lav XIV is convening all 245 Cardinals from around the world for an extraordinary closed meeting in the Vatican to discuss more collegial governance of the Catholic Church.
Cardinals draw social media backlash after firing Jonathan Gannon day after birthday tribute
The Arizona Cardinals received criticism on social media for firing head coach Jonathan Gannon just one day after celebrating his birthday with a tribute post.
Pope Leo XIV closes the Jubilee of Francis and opens a new stage of his pontificate
Pope Leo XIV concludes the Jubilee initiated by the late Pope Francis and looks to establish his own distinct phase in his papacy with an extraordinary meeting of cardinals scheduled for January 7 and 8.
Working groups and lunch with the Pope. Here is the program of the consistory
Pope Leo XIV will hold an extraordinary consistory shortly after the closing of the Holy Door at St. Peter's Basilica, gathering cardinals from around the world for a moment of communion, reflection, and support.
León XIV gathers all the cardinals and eliminates Francis's C-9
Pope León XIV has summoned all cardinals for the first consistory of his pontificate to discuss the future of the Church and governance, while also planning a papal visit to Spain.
Cardinals fire coach Jonathan Gannon after nine straight losses end disastrous season
The Arizona Cardinals have fired head coach Jonathan Gannon following a dismal season that ended with nine consecutive losses.