Pope Francis presided over the service, which was attended by some 50,000 mourners.
Praying in a desolately empty St. Peter's Square, Pope Francis has likened the coronavirus pandemic to a storm laying bare people's illusions that they can be self-sufficient.
Pope Francis is further limiting his public appearances to prevent crowds from gathering as a precaution against the spread of coronavirus.
Pope Francis is decrying that the 'greed of a few' wealthy people is compounding the plight of the poor.
The Vatican says after a visit by President Donald Trump that it is hoping for "serene collaboration" with the United States to help migrants and provide health care and education in the U.S.
Pope Francis has tossed aside his prepared homily on this Palm Sunday -- instead speaking entirely off-the-cuff to a crowd gathered in St. Peter's Square.
Las Vegas Strip casinos plan to dim some of their lights as part of a global effort to raise awareness of environmental issues.