VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis kicked off the 2025 Holy Year on Tuesday, inaugurating a celebration of the Catholic Church that ...

Muslim and Jewish leaders have united to condemn pop star Madonna's decision to stage a mock-crucifixion when she performs in the Italian capital on Sunday a stone's throw away from Vatican City.

Vatican City, nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, is the smallest state in the world in both size and population, yet its historical, cultural, and spiritual impact is immense. This independent ...