Cardinal Robert Prevost, first American elected pope, is a Villanova graduate
Robert Prevost, a Cardinal and Villanova University graduate, became the first American to be named pope on Thursday after three rounds of conclave voting.
Robert Prevost, a Cardinal and Villanova University graduate, became the first American to be named pope on Thursday after three rounds of conclave voting.
Conclave latest: Black smoke rises from chimney - no pope elected on Day 1
The College of Cardinals has begun the process of selecting a new pope. Here's the latest from the conclave.
The College of Cardinals has begun the process of selecting a new pope. Here's the latest from the conclave.
Disney Abu Dhabi announced as company's first Middle East theme park destination
The Walt Disney Company on Wednesday announced plans to build a new Disneyland theme park resort on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, marking Disney’s seventh resort and its first in the Middle East.
The Walt Disney Company on Wednesday announced plans to build a new Disneyland theme park resort on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, marking Disney’s seventh resort and its first in the Middle East.
India fires missiles into Pakistani territory in what Islamabad calls ‘act of war’
India fired missiles into Pakistani-controlled territory in several locations early Wednesday, killing 31 people in what Pakistan’s leader called an act of war.
India fired missiles into Pakistani-controlled territory in several locations early Wednesday, killing 31 people in what Pakistan’s leader called an act of war.
Trump, Carney quibble over buying Canada: ‘Never say never’
Tensions have been high between the U.S. and Canada, and the newly-elected prime minister visited the White House Tuesday after promising to “stand up" to President Trump.
Tensions have been high between the U.S. and Canada, and the newly-elected prime minister visited the White House Tuesday after promising to “stand up" to President Trump.
Lady Gaga concert bomb attack thwarted: police
Brazilian police said they’d arrested two people and disrupted an alleged bomb attack at a free Lady Gaga concert that some 2.5 million people attended on Copacabana Beach.
Brazilian police said they’d arrested two people and disrupted an alleged bomb attack at a free Lady Gaga concert that some 2.5 million people attended on Copacabana Beach.
Possible WWII stash of gold, jewelry found in Czech forest
Museum staff believe the items were buried intentionally, likely as a way to protect the possessions during a time of uncertainty.
Museum staff believe the items were buried intentionally, likely as a way to protect the possessions during a time of uncertainty.
U.S. issues 'do not travel' warning for 21 countries. What to know
In 2025 alone, the U.S. added eight new countries to its “do not travel” list.
In 2025 alone, the U.S. added eight new countries to its “do not travel” list.
What was the fall of Saigon? The end of the Vietnam War, 50 years later
“The North Vietnamese came south in a wave. It was unbelievable how quickly things happened," recalled Maj. James Kean, an American embassy Marine commander who was present at the fall of Saigon.
“The North Vietnamese came south in a wave. It was unbelievable how quickly things happened," recalled Maj. James Kean, an American embassy Marine commander who was present at the fall of Saigon.
Man airlifted from Mount Fuji rescued 2nd time after returning days later to grab his phone
A student was rescued while climbing Mount Fuji and attempted to return days later to retrieve his phone – and had to be airlifted a second time.
A student was rescued while climbing Mount Fuji and attempted to return days later to retrieve his phone – and had to be airlifted a second time.
Spain, Portugal power outage: Blackout knocks out subway networks, cuts phone service
A major power outage in Spain and Portugal has knocked out subway networks, traffic signals and ATM machines.
A major power outage in Spain and Portugal has knocked out subway networks, traffic signals and ATM machines.
When does conclave start? What to know about choosing the next pope
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
Pope Francis remembered with massive, historic funeral
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
Pope Francis funeral homily: Watch and read full transcript
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Virginia Giuffre, woman who accused Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein of sexual abuse, has died
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain’s Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died.
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain’s Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died.
How to watch Pope Francis' funeral on FOX 29 and FOX LOCAL
Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square and will be led by the dean of the College of Cardinals.
Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square and will be led by the dean of the College of Cardinals.
Teens invent refrigerator that doesn't need electricity; aim to help rural communities
The three students hope to build more refrigerators and send them to hospitals for testing.
The three students hope to build more refrigerators and send them to hospitals for testing.
Bell tolls in St. Peter's square after pope's death
Bells rang throughout St Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Monday, April 21, after the death of Pope Francis was announced.
Bells rang throughout St Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Monday, April 21, after the death of Pope Francis was announced.
Video captures Pope Francis' last public appearance at the Vatican on Easter Sunday
A special moment at the Vatican on Easter Sunday has become a historic one for those who witnessed Pope Francis' final moments before his death the next day.
A special moment at the Vatican on Easter Sunday has become a historic one for those who witnessed Pope Francis' final moments before his death the next day.
Pope Francis: Remembering the pope’s 2015 visit to Philadelphia
As the world mourns the devastating loss of the 88-year-old pontiff, FOX 29 is reflecting on Pope Francis’ historic and unforgettable visit to Philadelphia back in 2015.
As the world mourns the devastating loss of the 88-year-old pontiff, FOX 29 is reflecting on Pope Francis’ historic and unforgettable visit to Philadelphia back in 2015.