Holy See

Bible can no longer be sold publicly in China after quiet crackdown: Reports

The Communist Party of China could be worried that there may now be more Christians than CPC members.

Apr 05, 2018, 08:49 AM IST

Vatican official says the Pope Francis 'loves China'

This June, Rome expressed "grave concerns" over the fate of a clandestine or underground church bishop who was detained mid-May.

Aug 04, 2017, 23:24 PM IST

Press freedom `at stake` as Vatileaks verdict expected

A Vatican drama of sex, lies and press freedom was to peak Thursday with a verdict in the trial of two journalists and sources accused of leaking details about financial mismanagement within the Holy See.

Jul 07, 2016, 18:16 PM IST

France picks gay diplomat for UNESCO role after Vatican 'snub'

France on Wednesday abandoned its attempts to name a gay man as ambassador to the Holy See in the face of opposition from the Vatican, making him its representative to UNESCO instead.

Apr 07, 2016, 02:45 AM IST

Pope's security detail nearly doubled; Italy bans drones

Pope Francis' personal security detail was nearly doubled during his general audience on Wednesday.

Nov 19, 2015, 03:08 AM IST