'Not a grandstander': How a quiet US missionary became Pope Leo XIV
New York Times: Robert Prevost has pushed back hard against MAGA-style Christian ideology.
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'Misinformation': Claims of NZ charges against Fauci debunked
No countries have issued arrest warrants for the former US chief medical adviser.
Scandals, sniping and 'church speak': Tensions rise ahead of papal conclave
Three days before the largest papal conclave ever, campaigns and intrigues are swirling.
Pope Francis' funeral mass in St Peter's Square
Pope Francis is farewelled at a funeral ceremony in the Vatican's St Peter's Square. Video / AFP
Pope Francis' funeral: All you need to know as thousands gather to mourn
Between 200,000 and 500,000 mourners are expected at Pope Francis' funeral today.
Pope Francis begins lying in state at St Peter's Basilica
The Pope will lie in state at St Peter's Basilica until his funeral on Saturday.
Pope Francis’ calling came as a boy in Argentina, and it led him to the Vatican
New York Times: First pontiff from Latin America tried to create a more welcoming church.
Five out-of-the-country escapes you can book today
Go around the world with these five travel deals.
Hartley eyes success in Imola after tough start to endurance season
The Kiwi is back in action this weekend at Imola in Italy.
Pope leaves faithful guessing over Easter appearances
Pope's Easter role uncertain as health concerns linger despite surprise appearances.
Gregor Paul: The surprising countries making charge for RWC hosting rights
Leaders of the global game are keen on Middle East investment.
'Don't think we're that far away': Dalton heads north in search of AmCup venue
Cup boss says 'it's probably Europe'; other teams will help determine preliminary venues.
King Charles jokes about health as he plants tree in Rome
The 76-year-old monarch has been undergoing cancer treatment for the past year.
'She is his rock': King Charles, Queen Camilla celebrate 20 years of marriage
'They’re very affectionate but not sentimental,' says a source who knows them both well.
Vroom! Touring Italy’s supercar factories
New York Times: What it's like to drive a Lamborghini through Italy's famed Motor Valley.
Where to next? Contenders to host America’s Cup after Auckland ruled out
Auckland was officially ruled out as a potential America's Cup host earlier this week.
Pope Francis makes first public appearance after five weeks in hospital
The 88-year-old waved from Rome's Gemelli hospital balcony, looking tired.
Watch: Napier athlete takes Winter Special Olympics silver, missing gold by 0.1 seconds
'Mum, Dad, I’m here. Dream come true.'
Dating disaster: Vesuvius erupted, but when exactly?
New York Times: Why Pompeii's eruption date remains a hotly debated mystery.
Flood threat forces evacuations as heavy rains hit Tuscany
'It is as if a month's worth of rain had fallen in six hours.'
Watch: Escalator gets stuck in reverse, sends commuters flying
This is not the first time that an escalator has dramatically failed.
‘Security vacuum’: Nato chief vows presence in Bosnia amidst tensions
Troops from the Czech Republic, Italy, and Romania are joining Eufor in Sarajevo.
‘Praying for him’: Global concern as Pope Francis battles pneumonia
Pope Francis celebrated Lent from his hospital suite.
The ultimate non-touristy activity in Italy
'It feels like we’re the only international tourists in town.'
‘I’m hell-bent on winning gold’: Napier skier’s quest at Special Olympics
Nine Kiwis are representing New Zealand among over 1500 athletes.
‘Europe must do the heavy lifting’: UK leader on new Ukraine plan
The leaders of UK and France are ready to send troops to Ukraine if a truce is signed.
Kiwi tourist in hot water for drunken swim in Rome’s Trevi Fountain
‘Alcohol was involved’: Kiwi fined $920 and banned for life from iconic monument.
Francis is in critical condition. What happens when a pope dies?
New York Times: The time-honoured rituals have been refined over centuries.
Robinson returns to podium as strong form continues
A field-leading first run set the Kiwi up for another podium finish.
Enchanting escapes for big imaginations: 7 fairytale destinations
They're like something straight from the pages of a storybook.
Summer will never be over – as long as you keep chasing the sun
This week's best travel deals for sun-seekers.
Sex, politics, money and men: What Italy’s porn star politician did next
Times: She's an adult film star who was elected to parliament. Now she's written a memoir.
Venice extends tourist tax for 2025
Many residents say Venice is drowning under the weight of crowds.
King Charles joined by the Beckhams at star-studded dinner
Royal residence Highgrove was transformed into an Italian restaurant for the night.