News from the Vatican

Pope Leo XIV began a summer vacation on Sunday, capping a whirlwind finale to the first half of 2026.

In his letter, the pope offers a trenchant appeal for the protection of all human life and for the defense of human dignity, especially for migrants.

Pope Leo XIV prayed Friday for the United States to recommit itself to its founding ideals of protecting life and human dignity as he participated remotely in an event on the eve of the 250th...