Pope Francis Must Proclaim A Message Of Hope - His Role Is Not A CEO
Reforming a broken Vatican is important, but the true job of the Roman pontiff is to proclaim the Gospel. Is Pope Francis, the Argentine-born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, that man?
"I'm Still Alive" - An Exclusive Interview With Yulia Tymoshenko
In a state hospital after growing ill in jail, the Ukranian opposition leader denounces the "cannibalistic" tactics of those who have condemned her -- and vows to fight on.
Papal Predictions: Black Smoke Through Wednesday Paves Way For Outsiders
How long the conclave lasts is often an indicator of who is likely to walk out as Pope. The favorites are typically elected quickly, and deadlocks can lead to a surprise compromise candidate.
Will The Next Pope Speak Arabic? Lebanese Cardinal Is Conclave Darkhorse
Thinking beyond the top "papabili," some have cited Cardinal Bechara al-Rahi, the Patriarch of Antioch. For the Church, the plight of Christians in the Middle East is a key issue of our times.
Big Brother - Now With Added Intelligence
Advances in software for surveillance video help make cameras "smart" about the footage they are collecting of all of us.
Pack For A Week, Study The Favorites: A Brazilian Cardinal's Last Thoughts Before Conclave
Press blackout be damned, Cardinal Raymundo Damasceno Assis spoke with Folha de S. Paolo about papal candidates, including fellow Brazilian Scherer. Assis expects a short conclave, but is packed for a long one.
Looking For The African Wojtyla: Four Scenarios For The First Black Pope
Benedict XVI himself said Africa deserves to be considered for the papacy.