Are banks open on Easter Monday? What to know

Easter Monday, or the day following Easter, is celebrated in some Christian faiths. Here's what to know.

The conclave: How is a new pope elected?
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Here's the timeline for what happens after a pope dies, and how a new pope is elected.

The life and legacy of Pope Francis
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FOX's Lauren Green has a look at how Pope Francis was elected and the impact he had on the Catholic Church.

Is Pope Benedict still alive?

Pope Francis was elected following the shocking resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in 2013. It was the first time in 600 years that two popes were alive at the same time.

How many popes have there been?

Pope Francis is one among hundreds of popes that have served the Catholic Church, and his death brings about the centuries-old process of choosing the next one.

How is a new pope chosen? All about the conclave

The death of Pope Francis brings about a centuries-old conclave tradition to elect the next pope. Here’s what to know.

Pope Francis dead at 88
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Pope Francis passed away on Monday morning. The Vatican stating: "Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, spoke these words at the Casa Santa Marta: "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God.""

Pope Francis makes appearance at Easter service
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Pope Francis made an appearance from the Vatican at St. Peter's Square for Sunday's Easter service. He said a few words and the bishop delivered the pope's Easter Sunday blessings, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of the hostages held by terrorists.

CIA used psychic to locate Ark of the Covenant, unclassified document claims

An unclassified CIA document circulating on social media claims agents may know where the Ark of the Covenant is located – thanks to the help of a psychic.

Pope Francis will be leaving hospital soon after 38-day stay

After 38 days in the hospital, some of those spent in critical condition, Pope Francis is returning to the Vatican.

Vatican releases 1st photo of Pope Francis since hospitalization

The Vatican released the first photograph of Pope Francis in over a month, showing him in a wheelchair celebrating Mass in a hospital chapel.

Pope Francis suffers new breathing issue, Vatican says

The Vatican said the breathing issue was caused by a “significant accumulation" of mucus in Pope Francis’ lungs and bronchial spasms.

Vatican gives health update as Pope enters third week in hospital

Pope Francis' condition remains stable, and he is alternating between mechanical ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy, the Vatican said on Saturday.

Pope Francis suffers bronchospasm in health setback

The Vatican said the pope responded well to the treatment, with a good level of gas exchange, and remained conscious and alert at all times.

Christianity seeing rebound, but 'generational replacement' lags: Survey

More people are reporting praying and attending religious services less, which can be contributed to a "generational replacement" gap, a new survey says.

Pope Francis improves slightly, resumes some work, Vatican says

Pope Francis is still receiving supplemental oxygen, and the Vatican said he received the Eucharist Monday morning and resumed working in the afternoon.