Andrew Medichini, Author at Crux

Pontifical Swiss Guards prepare ahead of their swearing in ceremony, at the Vatican, Wednesday, May 6, 2026. (Credit: Andrew Medichini/AP.)

The Pontifical Swiss Guard’s newest recruits join the world’s oldest standing army, in photos

by Andrew Medichini May 7, 2026

Pope Leo XIV arrives to preside over Easter Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, Sunday, April 5, 2026 (Credit: Alessandra Tarantino/AP.)

Photos show Pope Leo’s first Easter Mass as pontiff

by Andrew Medichini, Alessandra Tarantino and Associated Press April 5, 2026

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