The issue has become a test for whether Prime Minister Mario Draghi can really change Italy.
Author: JASON HOROWITZ
Pope Francis Restricts Use of Old Latin Mass, in a Blow to Conservatives
The pope placed new restrictions on where the old Latin Mass can be celebrated and who can celebrate it, and will require new permissions from local bishops.
With Italian Soccer Victory, ‘Brexit Completed’
It was inevitable that political score settling would be layered onto the Euro 2020 championship, and European fans and leaders took more than a little glee in denying England a chance for vindication.
Italy’s Victory at Euro 2020 Echoes a Broader Resurgence
The national team beat England in the final of the European Championship soccer tournament, and the country wildly celebrated a win that seemed to symbolize renewal after adversity.
Italy’s Victory at Euro 2020 Echoes a Broader Resurgence
The national team beat England in the final of the European Championship soccer tournament, and the country wildly celebrated a win that seemed to symbolize renewal after adversity.
Will Surgery Slow Down (or Speed Up) a Pope Who’s in a Hurry?
Pope Francis has often mused about his own mortality and even possible resignation. But now, as he races to recast the church, time is of the essence more than ever.
Vatican History of Obfuscation Clouds News on Pope Francis’ Health
While there was no reason to doubt the veracity of statements on the pope’s condition after colon surgery, the Vatican’s long lack of transparency has earned it skepticism.
Capri and Procida: A Tale of Two Islands
As Italy reopens to tourists, glamorous Capri and its quieter, grittier sister, Procida, prepare — with joy and trepidation — for an influx of visitors.
Pope Sends More Mixed Messages on L.G.B.T.Q. Rights
An encouraging note from Pope Francis capped an especially disorienting week on the Vatican’s stance toward gay rights.
Pope Francis’ Silence Speaks Volumes on Controversial Communion Vote by US Bishops
The divergence of the conservative American church from Francis’ agenda is now so obvious as to be unremarkable, even when U.S. bishops ignore a Vatican warning.