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Published on May 9, 2025

Catholics breathe sigh of relief as ancient pope prophecy doesn't come true...yet

Catholics across the world have been celebrating the election of a new pope following the death of Francis last month. American Robert Prevost was elected on just the second day of conclave despite being considered an outsider for the role earlier in the …

Source: Scottish Daily Express - Right-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

Asian nations congratulate Pope Leo XIV

Governments and heads of state from Asian nations have congratulated Pope Leo XIV, the first supreme pontiff of the Catholic Church from the United States, following his election on May 8. Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, 69, succeeds Pope …

Source: Union of Catholic Asian News - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

Forbes Daily: New Parents Brace For Tariff Impacts On Baby Products

President Donald Trump’s sky-high tariffs on Chinese goods are set to impact new parents unless the administration makes a change—and soon. More than 70% of baby essentials, including car seats and strollers, are manufactured in China. Trump’s tariffs have …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Speaker Bagbin Hails Historic Election of First American Pope

Ghana’s Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has extended warm congratulations to Cardinal Robert Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff in the history of the Catholic Church. The 69-year-old former Bishop of …

Source: News Ghana - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

Why am I internet-stalking the pope?

The moment the white smoke appeared above the Sistine Chapel, I immediately turned on my television, because I wanted to see who the new pope would be, and then hopped on social media, because I knew that the internet could tell me more about the new pope …

Source: The Verge - Center-left
Published on May 9, 2025

Valley Catholics react to Leo XIV being elected as first American pope

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Catholics throughout the Central Valley were watching the Sistine Chapel as white smoke poured out on Thursday. As Pope Leo XIV was unveiled to the world in Vatican City, Miriam Abdelmalek's fifth-grade class at Our Lady of …

Source: ABC 30 - California - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

'The Holy Spirit is at work': Tucsonans watch as Pope Leo XIV makes history

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel on Thursday signaling a new pope was chosen. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is now Pope Leo XIV and the first American pontiff. “The pope plays a lot of roles," Father Edward …

Source: KGUN - Arizona - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Bulgarian Leaders Welcome New Pope, Emphasize Strengthening Ties with the Vatican

Bulgaria's Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and President Rumen Radev extended their congratulations to Pope Leo XIV following the announcement of the new head of the Catholic Church. The gesture was echoed by GERB leader Boyko Borissov, who also …

Source: Novinite - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

singapore 'We rejoice at the election': Singapore Archdiocese and congregants congratulate new pontiff Pope Leo XIV

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore and congregants celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV early on May 9 (12.06am SGT). This pontiff, who succeeds Pope Francis, will be the first American to lead the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. "The …

Source: Asiaone - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

Viral moment shows Cardinal Tagle ahead of now-Pope Leo XIV during conclave oath-taking

A brief moment during the oath-taking before the papal conclave has gone viral among Filipinos, as it shows Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle standing just ahead of then-Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost — now Pope Leo XIV. Before the conclave began on Wednesday, …

Source: Interaksyon - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

What kind of a pope will Leo XIV be? We’ll find out

Cardinal Robert F. Prevost, the Chicago-born prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops under Pope Francis, exchanges the sign of peace with a member of the College of Cardinals at the Mass “Pro Eligendo Romano Pontifice” (“for the election of the Roman pontiff …

Source: The Catholic Weekly - Center-right
Published on May 9, 2025

Allentown bishop rejoices at election of Pope Leo XIV, the 1st American pope and Villanova grad

ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Bishop Alfred Schlert said he was impressed with the very first words pronounced by new Pope Leo XIV from the Vatican balcony – “Peace be with you.” “It’s a very tough time in the world but I do think a message of hope is so important,” …

Source: WLVR-FM - Pennsylvania - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 9, 2025

If you fell for this, you are the problem

Well, well, well. Look what we have here: A new Pope (Leo XIV), new golly-we’re-on-the-brink-war fears (between nuclear powers Pakistan and India) and a new/old Prime Minister whose most pressing job today is sampling bonbonerie and planning his bucks …

Source: The Geelong Advertiser - Center-right
Published on May 9, 2025

Pinoy netizens umasa, nalungkot na hindi naging Santo Papa si Cardinal Tagle

PHOTO: Facebook/Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle HINDI man naging Santo Papa, dama pa rin ang suporta ng mga Pinoy para kay Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle. Ito ay matapos ibandera ng Vatican ang napiling bagong lider ng Simbahang Katolika na si American …

Source: Inquirer - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

World meets Leo XIV, the first pope from the United States

VATICAN CITY - Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first U.S. pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Prevost, 69, took …

Source: WRDW 12 - Georgia - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

PM Anwar welcomes election of first American pope, says Leo XIV brings renewed hope and shared values

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his congratulations to Catholics in Malaysia and around the world following the election of Pope Leo XIV. In a Facebook post today, Anwar said the occasion marked a significant new …

Source: Malay Mail - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Anwar congratulates Catholics worldwide on Pope Leo's election

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated the Catholic faithful around the world and in Malaysia on the election of the new pope. He said the historic occasion marks a new chapter for the global Catholic community. ALSO READ: …

Source: The Malaysian Star - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV visited PH in 2004

Picture of Robert Prevost, newly installed Pope Leo XIV, when he visited the Philippines in 2004. MANILA, Philippines — Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, already visited the Philippines back in 2004. READ: New pope is Robert Francis …

Source: Inquirer - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Filipino recalls chance encounter with newly elected Pope Leo XIV in 2010

A BLESSED ENCOUNTER. Young Carlo Olayta took a photo in 2010 with Rev. Fr. Robert Prevost, who was then the prior general of the Order of Saint Augustine, at a monastery in Bulacan. PHOTO COURTESY OF CARLO OLAYTA MANILA, Philippines—A 19-year-old in 2010, …

Source: Inquirer - Neutral

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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 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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Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Pope Leo XIV stands out not only for his American citizenship but also for his international background

(MENAFN) Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever pope from the United States, stands out not only for his American citizenship but also for his international background. Born in Chicago, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who took the papal name Leo XIV, spoke his …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Trump declares soon to be discussions with Zelensky

(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he will soon hold a conversation with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky and confirmed that Ukraine’s parliament has ratified a rare earth minerals agreement with the United States. …

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Published on May 12, 2025 - 04:43 GMT

DON McLEAN SPEAKS AT OXFORD UNION

“AMERICAN PIE” AND “BORN IN THE USA” BECOME THEME SONGS WELCOMING POPE LEO XIV AS FIRST AMERICAN POPE NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Don McLean is not only known for his songwriting skills, but for his business …

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Published on May 11, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Renowned Jewish Artist Alex Levin Illuminates Jewish Heritage Through Captivating Judaica and Jewish Paintings.

Celebrated Jewish artist Alex Levin unveils powerful Judaica paintings that capture the spirit, faith, and heritage of Jewish life and tradition. STATEN ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally acclaimed …

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Published on May 11, 2025 - 11:44 GMT

Retired Police Officer Reveals Near-Death Experience at Global Spiritual Conference

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a story that defies conventional understanding, retired California Highway Patrol officer Robert Bare will recount his profound Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) during the highly …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 17:47 GMT

Mobicip CEO Calls on AI Developers to Include Built-In Parental Controls for Child Safety and Transparency

Suren Ramasubbu, CEO of Mobicip, urges AI companies to adopt age-aware filters, conversation logs, and parental oversight features to protect young users. CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As artificial …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 17:04 GMT

The Malay Agenda: A Blueprint for Business, Politics, and National Unity

From phasing out vernacular schools to dominating the global halal economy, Johar’s blueprint for Bumiputera empowerment while fostering inclusive prosperity. PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA, May 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a time of …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 16:35 GMT

Statement from AMMWEC President and Founder Anila Ali on Rising Tensions Between India and Pakistan

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “As a Muslim woman, an American, and a tireless advocate for peace and coexistence, I must speak clearly: India and Pakistan are nuclear powers. There can be no winner in a nuclear …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 21:15 GMT

Pope Leo XIV Coloring Book the USA's First Pope released by ColoringBook.com®

St. Louis based Really Big Coloring Books® | ColoringBook.com® releases Pope Coloring Book - Leo XIV, the USA's First Pope. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As soon as the announcement was made Really Big …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:41 GMT

Author Christian Howard announces his revolutionary spirituality

He brings a new way to inspire and uplift everybody in our technological age NEWPORT BEACH, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With so many different teachings and now a new Pope, we wanted Howard to explain what was …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:32 GMT

Todd Johnson Honored by 90210 Enterprise with Conscious Leadership Legacy Award

Todd Johnson Recognized As a Man of God and Friend to the Jewish Community BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Written by Karen Hall, Emotional Intelligence Leadership Coach, Executive Producer Los Angeles Tribune …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 18:58 GMT

Saint Elizabeth University Celebrates Historic Selection of First American Pope, Leo XIV

Name Choice Signals Powerful Continuity of Catholic Social Teachings and Shared Mission of Human Dignity MORRISTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) proudly celebrates the historic election …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust will Perform Qurbani in more than 25 Countries in 2025

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust supported over 3 million people in 2024 via Qurbani. In 2025, the mission continues with renewed passion, resilience, and compassion. HOUNSLOW, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Eid …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:53 GMT

Lawsuit Compels Nationwide Public Review of Plutonium Bomb Core Production

Federal Register of May 9 Outlines Process of National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to Prepare Programmatic EIS on Expanded Plutonium Pit Production AIKEN, SC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the National Nuclear …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

SOBER WITCH LIFE MOBILE APP HITS 300 ORGANIC DOWNLOADS

The Sober Witch Life Mobile App, a recovery tool combining sober witchcraft with spiritual healing, has officially surpassed 300 downloads since October 2024. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sober Witch Life …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:44 GMT

D.C. Therapist Celebrates New Pope’s Call for Peace: 'Faith Is the Bedrock of Healing'

Pope’s emphasis on peace is a timely affirmation of what mental health professionals have long known: emotional and spiritual restoration go hand in hand. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Licensed therapist and …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Atticus Publishing proudly present, 'Mercy Moments' by Brian Kinsey

Cultivating Daily Communion: Discovering Peace and Purpose in "Mercy Moments" FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senior Pastor Brian Kinsey of First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola, Florida, is excited to announce the release …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

A Message of Blessing and Invitation to Pope Leo XIV from the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests (ARCWP)

"Pope Leo XIV: Women Priests Urge Healing Dialogue and Shared Leadership from the Margins" SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "From the Margins to Communion: ARCWP Seeks Dialogue with Pope Leo XIV for a Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Session to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and religious liberty

Leading figures from the two colliding worlds of AI and religious liberty discuss the rapid development of AI and its impacts on religious liberty today. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading figures from the two …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Christian Howard offers facts to support Einstein’s statement "reality is merely an illusion".

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When asked to explain about the world being an illusion, Howard replies: “Like Einstein, millions of people believe the physical world is an illusion. Thousands of …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:10 GMT

New Book When in Doubt, Call 91:1 Explores Faith, Healing, and Redemption Through Life’s Deepest Struggles

WALDORF, MD, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her deeply personal and inspiring new memoir, When in Doubt, Call 91:1, Rhonece Ford takes readers on an emotional journey of faith, loss, and healing. Through raw storytelling and powerful …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

The Providence, a Franciscan Community, Names Galen Heins Director of Sales and Marketing

ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Providence, a new Life Plan Community located in the Albany, NY area featuring Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is pleased to announce the addition of Galen Heins …

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