Vatican

A Day of Tennis Triumphs and Curious Smoke Signals in Rome Rome, Italy On a day that saw both victories and defeats, the Italian Open brought a whirlwind of emotions to tennis fans as Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie celebrated their hard-fought wins, while Katie Boulter faced a disappointing exit. The drama, however, didn’t stop on the clay courts—back at the Vatican, the emergence of black smoke from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney left many pondering the fate of the next papal candidate....

A Royal Affair at the Vatican Vatican City - A somber yet grand gathering unfolded this past Saturday at the Vatican, where world leaders and royals converged to pay their respects during a poignant service. Among the attendees were heads of state, dignitaries, and a few celebrities. If you thought the red carpet was only for Hollywood, you clearly haven’t seen the Vatican’s version, which features a lot more gold leaf and significantly fewer selfies....

The Pope on Wheels: A Divine Comedy of Pneumonia and Firefighting Vatican City, Italy In a twist that could only be described as a scene from a surreal comedy, Pope Francis made a brief reappearance on stage in a wheelchair, sporting a breathing tube, just two weeks after a bout with pneumonia that had the world holding its breath—quite literally. As the pontiff rolled out to greet the masses, one couldn’t help but wonder if he was channeling the spirit of a divine mobility scooter advertisement....