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  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Cardinal Prevost, a dark horse, as the first American and Peruvian Pope

    By Paul Ejime If it were a secular contest judged by political correctness, or otherwise, and going by his public disagreement with his compatriot, President Donald Trump, especially over immigration, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost could have been …

    Source: GNN Liberia - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    A son of Saint Augustine

    The world waits, hypnotised, for a puff of white smoke from a distant chimney, it stands chattering and speculating with its eyes locked on a high balcony. It holds its breath, hoping for magic, trying to catch a glimpse of the Wizard of Oz behind the …

    Source: The Critic - Right-wing
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    14 Things to Know About Pope Leo XIV — the First U.S.-Born Pope

    In 2023, Francis made him prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops. On May 8, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV by the College of Cardinals as the 266th successor of St. Peter, making him the 267th pope and the first from the United …

    Source: National Catholic Register - Center-right
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Pope Leo XIV's first full day as pontiff: Live updates from first mass and more

    A formal Mass to mark the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV will take place on May 18 in St. Peter's Square, the Vatican announced the day after stunning the world with the election of the first pope from the United States in the Church's history. Leo, …

    Source: AOL - Pending
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Who is the new Pope Leo XIV and what is his background?

    Updated May 9, 2025 at 8:15 AM EDT About 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide have a new spiritual leader: Pope Leo XIV. The election of Robert Francis Prevost, who chose the name Leo XIV, as the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church marks two historic …

    Source: WFAE - North Carolina - Pending
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Indonesia congratulates Pope Leo XIV, applauds message of peace

    Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government has congratulated Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on his appointment as the leader of the Catholic Church, taking the papal name Pope Leo XIV, and praised his message of global peace. Prevost, the first Pope …

    Source: Antara - Pro-Government
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Pope's brother talks about new pontiff from his Florida home

    Pope Leo XIV's brother lives in Port Charlotte, Florida. Pope Leo XIV, 69, was born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago. Louis Prevost described his brother as a man who was teased as a child that he would be pope one day. and now "here we are.…

    Source: Naples Daily News - Florida - Pending
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Robert Prevost elected as new Pope

    Created: May 09, 2025 08:25 AM (Updated: May 09, 2025 08:45 AM) Newly elected Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican (Photograph by Andrew Medichini/AP) US cardinal Robert Prevost was the surprise choice to be elected …

    Source: The Royal Gazette - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Tito Sotto hopes new pope follows footsteps of predecessor

    This handout picture released on May 8, 2025 by Peruvian news agency Andina shows the then bishop Robert Francis Prevost during a visit to Chulucanas, Peru, in 2024. Prevost was elected Pope on May 8, 2025. The US-born pontiff close to Pope Francis became …

    Source: Inquirer - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Leo XIV follows in the footsteps of a pope defined by social justice

    His choice evokes the memory of a towering pontificate that ended nearly 120 years ago. From the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, French Cardinal Dominique Mamberti announced to the world the “great joy” of a new successor to the throne of Peter: “The Most …

    Source: La Croix International - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    What Pope Leo XIV has said about immigration, Trump administration and LGBTQIA+ community

    Robert Francis Prevost, a 69-year-old cardinal from Chicago, is selected as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. He is the first-ever U.S.-born pope and the first from the Augustinian order. Appearing on the balcony of …

    Source: Financial Express - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Leo XIV, a missionary pope for a global Church

    Cardinal Robert Prevost, a 69-year-old American, was elected pope at 6:08 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2025. A member of the Order of Saint Augustine and a longtime missionary in Peru, Prevost was appointed in 2023 by Pope Francis to lead the Vatican’s …

    Source: La Croix International - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Southern African Catholic Bishops Hail Pope Leo XIV’s Election as “historic”, Pledge “unwavering support, prayers”

    “We celebrate the new Pope Leo XIV. Welcome to a Catholic Church that is not afraid of going in a new direction under the guidance of the Holy Spirit by electing an American Pope for the first time, and an Augustinian to walk in the steps of the patriarch …

    Source: ACI Africa - Pending
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Pope Leo XIV holds historic first mass, calls for humility among cardinals

    In a monumental event for the Roman Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the first American pope in history and will take the name Pope Leo XIV. His election marks a significant moment for the Church and is expected to reverberate …

    Source: WFTS Tampa Bay - Florida - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    AP News Summary at 7:45 a.m. EDT

    Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as pope, says his election is a cross and a blessing VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV, history’s first North American pope, said Friday that his election was both a cross and a blessing as he celebrated his first Mass in …

    Source: Yuma Sun - Arizona - Pending
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Balkan Church Leaders Embrace “Best Possible Choice” Leo, the First American Pope

    Newly elected Pope Leo XIV blesses the faithful from the Loggia of Saint Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. Photo: EPA-EFE/Fabio FRUSTACI As Pope Leo XIV held his first Mass at the Sistine Chapel today, senior Catholic figures across the Balkans have …

    Source: Balkan Insight - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    American-Peruvian Robert Prevost elected as new leader of the Roman Catholic Church

    The Vatican in Rome announced the name of the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church on the afternoon of 8 May. After the fumata bianca and the “Habemus Papam”, it was announced in St. Peter's Square that Robert Francis Prevost Martínez, of the …

    Source: Evangelical Focus - Center-right
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Latest on Pope Leo XIV's first full day as leader of Catholic Church

    Leo XIV celebrated his first Mass as pontiff at the Vatican's Sistine Chapel on May 9, the day after stunning the world as the first pope from the United States in the Church's history. Leo, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was born in …

    Source: USA Today - Virginia - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    New Pope elected, who is Leo XIV ?

    Haiti - FLASH : New Pope elected, who is Leo XIV ? 09/05/2025 06:32:46 On Thursday, May 8, 2025, the second day of the conclave and the third round of the election, white smoke rose from the chimney of the Vatican's Sistine Chapel at 6:08 p.m., …

    Source: Haiti Libre - Neutral

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  • Published on May 13, 2025 - 03:21 GMT

    Trump Seeks Gulf Investment to Supercharge U.S. Economy

    (MENAFN) As U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to visit Gulf nations this week, a central agenda item will be securing substantial new investments aimed at strengthening the American economy. "President Trump wants the announcement [of more Gulf …

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  • Published on May 11, 2025 - 11:40 GMT

    Putin hails legacy of Pope Francis

    (MENAFN) President Vladimir Putin has expressed his condolences following the death of Pope Francis, praising the late pontiff's legacy and his efforts to promote dialogue between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Vatican. Pope Francis, who led the …

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  • Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

    Leo XIV gets initiated as first American pope

    (MENAFN) History was made at the Vatican on Thursday as Robert Francis Prevost, a 69-year-old from Chicago, was elected as the first American pope. Taking the papal name Leo XIV, he greeted thousands from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, offering …

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  • Published on May 12, 2025 - 09:53 GMT

    Regional press reports Putin ICC detention warrant invalid in Italy

    (MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin would not face arrest in Italy based on the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant, as the necessary legal steps to enforce it have not been completed, Italian media reported. The ICC issued arrest warrants for …

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  • Published on May 11, 2025 - 19:32 GMT

    Pope Leo XIV Calls for Global Peace

    (MENAFN) On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV expressed his support for the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, highlighting his hopes for a "lasting agreement" between the two South Asian nations. This statement was made during his inaugural Sunday prayer …

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  • Published on May 11, 2025 - 11:40 GMT

    Pope’s passing ignites scorn from Ukrainian representatives, influencers

    (MENAFN) The death of Pope Francis has sparked derogatory remarks from some Ukrainian officials and social media users, who criticized the late pontiff for allegedly having pro-Russian sympathies in the ongoing conflict between Moscow and Kiev. The Vatican …

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  • Published on May 11, 2025 - 11:40 GMT

    ‘Zelensky-linked’ Ukrainian blogger ridicules passing of Pope

    (MENAFN) Sergey Sternenko, a right-wing Ukrainian blogger and former leader of the ultranationalist Right Sector group in Odessa, has sparked outrage by mocking the death of Pope Francis. The Vatican announced the pontiff's passing at age 88 on Monday. …

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  • Published on May 11, 2025 - 07:56 GMT

    Leo XIV’s election reveals details about US power

    (MENAFN) The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has made history as the first-ever pope from the United States, though his background reveals a far more global identity than his Chicago birthplace might suggest. Known affectionately as “Father Bob,” Pope Leo XIV— …

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