The first scientific test on what is believed to be the remains of the Apostle Paul appears to confirm that they are genuine, the pope said.

A group of pilgrims will follow in the footsteps of martyrs and saints during a 10 day trip to Rome and Assisi.

LAST Sunday’s gatherings in Rome, Poland and elsewhere to mark the first anniversary of Pope John Paul’s death were exactly what you would have expected: big, atmospheric, emotional events.