The papal security corps members, who are praying for the Pope, have not left their posts, though papal events are not ...

‘Honor in Armor’: A Groundbreaking Look at the Swiss Guard’s Hidden World For over five centuries, the Vatican Swiss Guard ...

they are probably the most photographed Swiss – the members of the Swiss Guard. Since 1506 they have protected the head of the Roman Catholic Church and his residence. Pope Francis is also ...

The Swiss Guard protecting the Pope, 88, is rehearsing his funeral, with members under a curfew as they are 'preparing for the pontiff's death', Swiss newspaper Blick claims. The Pope previously ...

Reports suggest that the Swiss Guard, tasked with protecting Pope Francis, 88, has been rehearsing funeral procedures as concerns mount over his worsening health. The ailing pontiff has allegedly ...

The Swiss Guard, the Pope’s personal security, have now been placed under a strict curfew to undergo protocol drills in preparation for his possible death, as reported by Swiss newspaper Blick.

The Vatican’s Swiss Guard is reportedly rehearsing the funeral of Pope Francis after the 88-year-old pontiff warned close aides that he "might not make it this time" following his recent ...

The lower house in Bern voted 98-89 on Thursday in favor of preserving the Boston-based bank’s mandate for the social security funds. The majority dismissed fears that the administration of US ...

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