When Alexander the Great conquered Egypt in 332 BCE, he signaled the beginning of the era of Ptolemaic rule. His general ...

Dozens of heads of state will be attending funeral services for Pope Francis, who died Monday at age 88, at St. Peter’s Square today. Follow here for the latest.

Who was the American who did the first reading at Francis’ funeral Mass? From conclave to camerlengo, here are key terms used in the papal transition. Francis is buried in a place of solace for ...