Pope in first public appearance since apology over homophobic comments

Pope in first public appearance since apology over homophobic comments

The Pope has made his first public appearance since apologizing for using homophobic language. The Vatican issued the rare apology after reports that the Pope used an offensive term for gay people when discussing his opposition to gay men becoming priests. Here's Giles Gibson in Rome.

May 30, 2024 26

World

The Vatican doubles down on gender theory and sex changes

The Vatican has doubled down on its opposition to gender theory and sex changes. "Dignitas infinita" or "Infinite dignity", a new declaration personally approved by Pope Francis, was released by the office that oversees the Catholic Church's doctrine on Monday. Giles Gibson has more from Rome.

April 8, 2024 49

Africa

President Samia to meet the Pope in the Vatican

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan is meeting Pope Francis at the Vatican this week. Her 2-day tour includes a delegation from Tanzania's Catholic Church associations. Daniel Kijo reports.

February 12, 2024 44

Environment

Pope Francis cancels COP28 trip

Pope Francis told a crowd at his weekly general audience that he is "still not well." On Tuesday, the Vatican announced that the Pope will not attend the COP 28 climate change conference as planned, as he is still recovering from the flu.

November 29, 2023 14

World

Pope Francis calls for peace in the middle east

Pope Francis has called for peace after meeting Israelis with family members being held as hostages by Hamas. In a separate meeting on Wednesday, he also met with families of Palestinians in Gaza. Giles Gibson has more from Rome.

November 23, 2023 25