To mark Easter weekend, Le Monde traces the history of this symbol-laden ritual.

Fifty years ago on April 13th, the Lebanese Civil War began. On that day, Palm Sunday, Palestinian terrorists shot up a ...

A historic stained-glass window from the former St. John the Baptist Church now resides at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in ...

For decades, Americans were covering their bodies with more and more tattoos. Now, they’re getting them removed as fast as ...

15 1220 If water springing up from the earth symbolizes life, the water of the sea is a symbol of death and so can represent the mystery of the cross. By this symbolism Baptism signifies communion ...

The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to ...

Sede vacante refers to the period between the death of a pope and the election of his successor. Here's what takes place ...

Pope Francis, 88, died Monday morning at the Vatican. Cardinal Camerlengo Kevin Joseph Farrell was seen sealing the door to ...

It is the camerlengo’s duty to make all the arrangements for the pope’s funeral and burial after having discussed the matter ...

Explore the Stanley Cup's history, intriguing facts, legendary moments, and quirky traditions that make it hockey's most ...