Pope receives cake and glad tidings on the 12th anniversary of his papacy, marked in the hospital

An image of Pope Francis is shown as Father Fernando Laguna speaks at the altar to members of the Argentine community who gather to pray for Pope Francis on the 12th anniversary of his papacy, at Santa Maria Addolorata church, as the pontiff continues treatment at Gemelli Hospital, in Rome, Italy, March 13, 2025. | … Read more

Pope Francis is critical condition after asthama-like respiratory crisis, says Vatican: ‘he is in more pain…’

Pope Francis is in critical condition after he suffered a prolonged asthmatic-like respiratory crisis while being treated for pneumonia and a complex lung infection, the Vatican said. According to a press note from Holy See Press Office, the 88-year-old pope, who remains conscious, received “high flows” of oxygen to help him breathe.” Also Read | … Read more