The Vatican houses the central government of the Catholic Church and is also an independent city-state. The pope is both the head of the Catholic Church and head of state. In order to govern both, he has the Roman Curia, meaning “court.” In modern terms, the Curia is the papal bureaucracy. It is an extension of the pope’s authority.
Vatican City, the world's smallest country, hasn't seen a birth in 96 years due to its unique population of celibate clergy and absence of a hospital.
Pope Francis’ health: Vatican provides update on Ash Wednesday
Pope Francis Health Update: Vatican Issues Thursday Morning Statement
The pope, who has chronic lung disease, has been stable for two days after suffering two respiratory crises Monday.
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Pope Francis in stable condition, resumes some work, Vatican says
Pope Francis is in stable condition after his episodes of acute respiratory failure on Monday, the Vatican said Tuesday.
These are the top historical and religious sites to visit as King Charles and Queen Camilla prepare their own April tour.
Raffaella Petrini has been appointed as the first female President of the Vatican City State becoming the governor of the 44-hectare area.
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