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Published on May 9, 2025

‘The View’ Hosts Are Anxious Over New Pope’s Past Views on LGBTQ Community, Allegations of Mishandling Abuse | Video

Robert Prevost was selected as the first American pope on Thursday, and on Friday morning, some of the hosts on “The View” had concerns about the choice. To kick off the day’s Hot Topics, host Joy Behar jokingly asked “What do you want to bet Trump says …

Source: The Wrap - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

Pope Leo under fire for 'allowing suspected child abuser priest to live near school'

A group of survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic priests have demanded an investigation be launched into Pope Leo XIV’s handling of prior misconduct allegations. The Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests, or SNAP, which has 25,000 members around the …

Source: Irish Star - Center-left
Published on May 9, 2025

Prior comments hint at some political views of Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an American from the Chicago suburbs, was elected as the 267th pope. Social media posts attributed to Pope Leo XIV suggest criticism of the Trump administration's immigration policies. New Jersey officials and …

Source: Courier Post - New Jersey - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

'This is a warning to Trump': What MAGA thinks of Pope Leo's election

In just a week, Donald Trump has gone from sharing the almost blasphemous image of himself as a pope to posting the uncharacteristically subdued message congratulating Chicago-born cardinal Robert Prevost on his election to the head of the Catholic Church. …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

A Conservative Catholic Resurgence Meets a Moderate Pope

Credit: Franciscans of the Immaculate / Flickr Liberals, many of whom are not Catholic, have welcomed the election of Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who now becomes the first American-born pontiff in the Church’s history. Their …

Source: The Gateway Pundit - Right-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

First Thing: Robert Francis Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV as cardinals elect first US pontiff

Good morning. Robert Francis Prevost, the first US cleric to lead the Roman Catholic church, has said “evil will not prevail” as he addressed a crowd of 100,000 pilgrims and tourists in his first speech as Pope Leo XIV from the central balcony of St Peter’ …

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

Did Pope Leo XIV Vote in the 2024 Election? What We Know

Pope Leo XIV voted in the most recent election, reported CBS News, but questions still linger about where he stands politically. Why It Matters The Papal Conclave came to a close Thursday evening after the election of Pope Leo XIV—born in Chicago as Robert …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

The pope of peace, continuity, reconciliation

“Peace be with you all,” Pope Leo XIV greeted, from the Central Loggia or balcony of Rome’s St. Peter’s Basilica, the 100,000 faithful at St. Peter’s Square, to introduce himself as the new leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. In his first speech …

Source: Philstar - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Trump's Praise For The New Pope Feels As Real As His Spray Tan

Cardinal Robert Prevost addressed a sea of happy, teary-eyed Catholics in St. Peter's Square on Thursday, May 8, as the newly elected pope, after Pope Francis' death in April. Prevost's election marks a significant point in history for the …

Source: The List - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

POPE LEO XIV IS NOT FRANCIS II

Bill Donohue Lots of people are wondering whether Pope Leo XIV is a reformer in the same vein as Pope Francis, or more of a traditionalist like Francis’ two predecessors. It depends on the issue, but to those who think he is a clone of Francis, they are …

Source: Catholic League - New York - Right-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

Trump’s Trade Deal

When reports started coming out late Wednesday night that the first tariff/trade deal would be announced Thursday morning, virtually every media commentator, except those on Fox, downplayed it. “This is just Donald Trump exaggerating again,” they said. …

Source: The Patriot Post - Right-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

What Pope Leo XIV Has Already Said About 5 Key Issues

In the weeks and months ahead, the world will be watching to see where Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, leads the Catholic Church on any number of controversial issues. But as the bishop and cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, the man who is now pope …

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

Leo XIV: First U.S.-Born Pope Criticized Trump/Vance on Deportations, Lack of Compassion for Immigrants

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Amy Goodman. The first-ever pope from the United States has been chosen to lead 1.4 billion Roman Catholics. …

Source: Democracy Now! - Left-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

Pope Crave interrupts usual service to condemn Pope Leo’s past anti-LGBTQ+ remarks

Pope Crave has voiced its disapproval of Pope Leo’s appointment. (Getty) Viral parody Catholic news account, Pope Crave, has condemned previous anti-LGBTQ+ remarks made by the newly-appointed Pope, Robert Prevost. The usually light-hearted X/Twitter …

Source: Pink News - Left-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

Serious questions of credibility surround coverup allegations against new pope

ROME – After the historic election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as history’s first American pope, old allegations of coverup and mishandling of abuse cases have bubbled up, but which contain serious doubts in terms of their credibility. The cases in question …

Source: Crux Now - Right-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

Pope Leo's stance on key issues, from climate change to LGBTQ+ rights to U.S. politics

Pope Leo XIV has already made history, as the first-ever American-born pope to lead the Roman Catholic Church. But how might he shape the institution? Robert Francis Prevost was elected on Thursday after a two-day conclave to succeed the late Pope Francis …

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

A 2012 video shows comments from new pope that disappoint LGBTQ activists

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV, in remarks in 2012 when he was the Augustinian prior general in Chicago, made comments critical of what he called the “homosexual lifestyle” and the role of mass media in promoting acceptance of same-sex relationships that …

Source: Spectrum News 13 - Florida - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Lib Journalists Delight in New Pope As Possible Anti-Trump Activist

While Americans across the political spectrum celebrated the elevation of an American Cardinal, Robert Prevost to become Pope Leo XIV, liberal journalists took special delight in evidence that the new Pope — just like his predecessor — seems to disagree …

Source: NewsBusters - Right-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

Unearthed comments from new pope alarm LGBTQ+ Catholics

After years of sympathetic and inclusive comments from Pope Francis, LGBTQ+ Catholics expressed concern on Thursday about hostile remarks made more than a decade ago by Father Robert Prevost, the new Pope Leo XIV, in which he condemned what he called the “ …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left

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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 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 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 10, 2025 - 05:35 GMT

Pimentel joins Catholics in welcoming Pope Leo XIV

PHILIPPINES, May 10 - Press Release May 9, 2025 Pimentel joins Catholics in welcoming Pope Leo XIV Senator Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III joined the Catholic faithful around the world in welcoming Pope Leo XIV, expressing pride that the newly …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 03:46 GMT

Congratulatory Letters from President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong ...

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong have written to Pope Leo XIV to congratulate him on his election to the papacy on 8 May 2025. The texts of their letters are appended . . …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:42 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomes election of Pope Leo XIV

President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his sincere congratulations to Cardinal Robert Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, 267th Pope of the Catholic Church. President Ramaphosa said: “The election of Pope Leo XIV is a profound moment for the Catholic Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 13:05 GMT

Cardinals Continue Papal Voting Process to Select New Pope

(MENAFN) The assembly of cardinal electors entered its second day of deliberations on Thursday, continuing the process of voting to select the next leader of the Catholic Church. The day commenced with 133 cardinal electors participating in a morning mass …

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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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Published on May 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Forge Alliance for Israel Advocacy in the Nation’s Capital

Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress for stronger support for Israel. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:48 GMT

Faith at Work conference attracts major corporate and civil society sponsors

We are thrilled that the 6th National Faith@Work Fortune 500 Conference has a fantastic group of sponsors from corporations and civil society partners. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dare to Overcome (DTO) is …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

AMMWEC President Anila Ali Delivers Historic Keynote at Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Israel Independence Event

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a moving and historic keynote address at the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee’s Israel Independence Day celebration, Anila Ali, President of the American Muslim & …

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