The pair wanted to name the kitten Ian, but after finding out she's a girl, decided to name her Stormie instead. Officer Rose Angelakopoulos and Reserve Officer Barry Moskowitz (pictured ...

Like the other ceremonies and traditions that accompany the advent of a new pope, his newly chosen name will be imbued with centuries of Catholic history and dissected for its many layers of meaning.

Tradition, reform, or something entirely new? The new pope’s choice of name will speak volumes before he says a word. The facade of St. Peter’s Basilica and the central balcony known as the ...

The new pope’s name, as well as his baptismal names, will be translated into Latin in the announcement but his former surname will remain in his native language. For example, when Pope Francis ...