88-year-old Pope Francis has been hospitalized with double pneumonia, which is complicating his recovery. But what exactly is double pneumonia? It's an infection that affects both lungs. The infection inflames the air sacs in the lungs, or the Alveoli, filling them up with fluid or pus. Watch in for more details!

Pope Francis suffering from double pneumonia, shows 'slight improvement'

World: Pope was admitted to a Rome hospital with bronchitis after suffering breathing difficulties, but the Holy See revealed that he had got pneumonia in both of his lungs.

Pope Francis 'breathing on his own' despite pneumonia, spent a 'peaceful night': Vatican source

Pope Francis has been diagnosed with double pneumonia after further tests showed a continuing “complex” medical situation. Watch this report for more details!

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, Vatican cancels weekend engagements

World | Despite his condition, Pope Francis remains in good spirits, engaging in prayer and reading, while expressing gratitude for the support and prayers he receives.

Pope Francis suffering from 'bilateral pneumonia', several events cancelled

World: Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni had earlier told reporters that the pope was in "good humour", had rested well overnight, had eaten breakfast, and read the newspapers.

Pope Francis to stay in hospital due to 'complex clinical situation'

Trending | World | Discover how new Vatican guidelines allow gay men to become priests in Italy, provided they do not engage in or endorse "gay culture."

Gay men in Italy can now become priests, but there's a catch

In a key milestone for women's empowerment in the Vatican, Pope Francis has appointed sister Simona Brambilla as Vatican's first female prefect. The appointment marks a major step in Pope Francis' aim to give women more leadership roles in governing the church.

Meet the Vatican's First Female Prefect

Brambilla was named as "prefect" of the Vatican office. Francis also named Spanish Cardinal Angel Fernández Artime as "pro-prefect" of the department.

Pope Francis names Italian sister as first woman to lead major Vatican office

Pope Francis warned Vatican staff against backstabbing and gossiping and urged them to speak well of each other instead. Watch this report for more details!

Pope Francis issues stark warning against gossiping

Vatican Corridor, also known as the Passetto del Borgo, would be "virtually completely open to visitors" after the six-month restoration. Watch this report for more details!

Vatican's Ancient Secret Corridor Now Open To Public

Pope Francis on Saturday (Dec 21) denounced the bombing of children in Gaza, calling it an act of "cruelty," a statement that prompted Israel to hit back, accusing the pontiff of unfairly singling it out.

Israel slams Pope Francis for 'double standards' after pontiff condemns Gaza bombings as 'cruelty'

Speaking at the Vatican, Pope Francis lamented, "Yesterday, children were bombed. This is cruelty, this is not war"



Pope Francis prays in front of a Nativity Scene crafted in the West Bank city of Bethlehem. Watch this report for more details!

Vatican Removes Keffiyeh Nativity Scene After Uproar

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is sending a high-level Indian delegation to participate in the ordination of Monsignor George Jacob Koovakad as a cardinal by the Pope in a function that will be held in the Vatican City on Saturday (December 7), said former Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar.

PM Modi sends delegation to attend ordination of Kerala priest as cardinal in Vatican

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Vatican Unveils AI Services For St Peter's Basilica

The Vatican has unveiled a new mascot for the Catholic Church in the hope of engaging young people - a cartoon character named Luce. WION tells you more about the mascot in this report.

Vatican's Anime-Inspired Mascot

China has extended its agreement with the Vatican regarding the appointment of bishops for an additional four years. This extension, originally established in 2018, aims to improve relations between the Chinese government and the Catholic Church. The agreement allows the Vatican a say in the appointment of bishops, helping to bridge the gap between state-controlled religious practices and the Vatican's authority. The extension reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts and the complex relationship between the two entities, amid concerns about religious freedom in China.

China-Vatican: China Extends Vatican 'Bishop Agreement' By Four Years

The Vatican on Saturday (Aug 3) slammed the Paris Olympics organisers for the opening ceremony that allegedly parodied Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" painting.

Vatican slams 'ridiculous' Paris Olympics opening ceremony that mocked 'The Last Supper'

The Vatican City cricket team was recently on tour in the United Kingdom. Each member of the Pope's team hails from the South Indian state of Kerala.

Gravitas | The all-Indian Vatican City cricket team

The Vatican will renew a controversial agreement with China despite concerns from senior Catholics and campaigners that it forces the Church to remain silent on human rights abuses. Watch in for more details!

Vatican renews 2018 China pact despite human rights concerns

The Vatican is reportedly set to renew a controversial deal with China that allows the Communist regime influence over the selection of Bishops in the country. This has sparked concerns from senior Catholics and campaigners that the deal will risk rewarding CCP's repression in the country.

Gravitas: What is the Vatican’s secret deal with China?

Vatican renews a controversial 2018 pact with China

Vatican renews a controversial pact with China

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