Actor Matthew McConaughey met Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, following his recent visit to Mykonos.

The funeral of Cardinal Camillo Ruini, former president of the Italian Episcopal Conference, was held in St. Peter's Basilica, attended by figures such as former Prime Minister Romano Prodi. Pope Francis remembered Ruini, who died at 95, as a 'wise and solicitous pastor' to whom the Italian Church owes much.

Swiss artist Manuel Dürr, who designed the new Stations of the Cross in St. Peter's Basilica, discusses his creative process and the profound question of whether art can create a higher meaning, stating, 'I assemble banal matter.'

Italy is experiencing its fourth consecutive heatwave this summer, with temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius in Rome. Pope Francis has moved his audience inside St. Peter's Basilica to protect attendees from the extreme heat.

Pope Leo XIV is set to appear in a Vatican documentary, animated by Hollywood star Chris Pratt, which will unveil the highly protected necropolis located beneath St. Peter's Basilica.

Pope Francis led the Regina Caeli prayer from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, offering a message of hope to humanity, with many pilgrims gathered in Rome for Easter.

To mark its 400th anniversary, the Vatican is enhancing the visitor experience at St. Peter's Basilica with expanded offerings.

A Catalan winery, De Muller, founded over 150 years ago, is responsible for producing the pure wine used in masses at St. Peter's Basilica, a significant highlight for the Tarragona-based company.

Jón Magni Ólafsson, an Icelander, maintained a close 25-year correspondence with Fernando Germani, the organist of St. Peter's Basilica, describing their relationship as "much more than friends." Ólafsson developed a passion for organ music at a young age.

The Vatican is showcasing two ancient tapestries and medals in the Pinacoteca during Easter week, in celebration of the holiday and the 400th anniversary of St. Peter's Basilica.

St. Peter's Basilica in Rome is set to introduce new booking applications, expanded terrace bar services, and a fresh font inspired by Michelangelo's work to mark its 400th anniversary.