According to U.N. data, more than 12,600 civilians have died in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, including more than 2,400 ...

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The Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition but has showed slight improvement in laboratory tests.

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The cast of "Conclave" made sure to send Pope Francis well wishes at the Screen Actors Guild Awards Sunday night.

Pope Francis, 88, has been in critical condition since the weekend but showed improvement and resumed some work Monday, the Vatican said.

In the Catholic Church’s Jubilee Year of Hope, much of the energy is being centered on Pope Francis's health.