On Sunday, April 6, the fifth Sunday of Lent, St. Peter’s Basilica will display the revered “Veronica’s Veil,” a cloth that, according to tradition, was used to wipe the face of Jesus on ...

The epicenter of Roman Catholicism, St. Peter's Basilica is centered in Vatican City and is renowned for its stunning architecture. What's more, it's open daily for free. (Though it's closed on ...

Minecraft, the popular video game known for its blocky, pixelated graphics, has launched a new educational edition that challenges students to explore and restore St. Peter’s Basilica.

The Vatican unveiled the revered relic known as the Spear of Longinus, also referred to as the Spear of Destiny, during the Lent 'Statio' in St. Peter's Basilica on Saturday. The event marked a ...

ROME (AP) — The Vatican on Monday announced the start of nighttime prayers for the health of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square, and invited Romans and others to join in, as the 88-year-old ...