Pope John Paul II
Sinéad O'Connor 'Not Sorry' for Tearing Photo of Pope John Paul II
Nearly 30 years ago, Sinéad O'Connor tore up a photo of Pope John Paul II on "Saturday Night Live" to protest abuse in the Catholic Church—the backlash was swift and long-lasting.
After Maradona's Death, His Opinion of America Resurfaces
The soccer star was an admirer of Hugo Chavez and Fidel Castro, frequently criticizing the United States, including one notable incident in 2007 on Chavez's TV show.
5 Facts About St. Maximilian Kolbe, the Man Who Died For a Stranger at Aus
Kolbe offered to replace the man in a starvation cell after hearing him cry out to be saved, because he had a family.
D-Day is Not the Only Liberation Day We Celebrate This Week
In a week of historic liberation dates, we would do well to remember other milestones, from Rome to Warsaw.
How Do You Become a Saint? Pope Francis Has a New Way
The Argentine pope, who has already made more than 800 saints, has opened a fourth way to attain the status.
Rwanda Demands Vatican Apologizes for Role in Genocide
The Rwandan government dismissed an apology offered by Rwandan bishops as "profoundly inadequate."
Who Was Pope John Paul II's 30-Year Female Friend?
The former pope maintained a 30-year friendship with a married U.S. female academic.
When It Comes to Human Rights, Francis Is No John Paul II
The pope said nothing about free speech or human rights during his visit to Cuba.
Man Who Tried to Assassinate Pope John Paul II Returns to Leave Roses on Tomb
Mehmet Ali Ağca paid his respects at the place where he attempted to murder the pope 33 years ago.
