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  • Published on May 10, 2025

    Letter of the Day | Pope of vulnerability, continuity and justice

    THE EDITOR, Madam: The election of Pope Leo XIV signifies a crucial moment for the Catholic Church, combining humility, continuity, and a renewed focus on social justice. His first public appearance was marked by evident vulnerability — tears in his eyes, …

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

    The Chicago connection: How Catholic Theological Union shaped Pope Leo

    Just hours after the election of Pope Leo XIV, media discourse was already making much of his Chicago roots, including discussing which sports teams he supports and where he goes for pizza. But Pope Leo’s Chicago connections have a deeper significance that …

    Source: USCatholic - Center-left
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Pope Leo’s Global Mission: Illuminating Dark Nights and Conf...

    When the incense cleared and the echoes of the ancient Latin liturgy faded inside the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica, a new voice emerged from the altar, a voice not just of tradition, but of transformation. Pope Leo, newly vested as the spiritual leader …

    Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Is Pope Leo XIV a Secret Conservative?

    So far, the signs are good. Bishop Robert Prevost, henceforth to be known the world over as Pope Leo XIV, appeared on the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica wearing the red shoulder cape called the ‘mozzetta’ and a heavy crimson stole embroidered with …

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

    UPSC Key: Air Defence system, IMF Bailout and Pope Leo XIV

    Lahore air defence neutralised after Pak targets Indian military sites: Govt Syllabus: Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance. Mains Examination:  • General Studies III: Achievements of Indians in science & …

    Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    ‘Habemus Papam!’ Meet the First Pontiff from the United States

    Pope Leo XIV was born Robert Francis Prevost on September 14, 1955, and is—like Bishop Barron—a native of Chicago, Illinois. He earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Villanova University in 1977 and entered the Order of Saint Augustine (the …

    Source: Word on Fire - Washington D.C. - Pending
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Church and world leaders pledge co-operation with Pope Leo XIV

    WORLD leaders have reacted to Thursday’s election of the Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV (News, 9 May), as more details emerged of his background and likely approach as head of the Roman Catholic Church. In a congratulatory post on …

    Source: Church Times - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Twelve challenges facing the new pope

    The role of women and laypeople The October 2024 assembly marked the most female-inclusive synod in Church history. Around 50 women took part—and voted—in the second session of the Synod on Synodality. The right to vote at episcopal gatherings, granted to …

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

    Viva il Papa! The view from St Peter’s Square

    There was no room to kneel as the Roman crowds used to in St Peter’s Square when a new Pope gave his first blessing on the balcony. But we did get a papal blessing, chant the Hail Mary in Italian and it was the first time I have seen a pope cry – and he …

    Source: The Catholic Herald Online - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Why Black Catholics Have Hope for Pope Leo XIV

    Sign up for our free newsletter to receive The Observer directly in your inbox every weekday. (WIB) – As a plume of white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, Rev. Stephen Thorne, priest of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, was in the …

    Source: Sacramento Observer - California - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    In-depth: A look at the man who has become Leo XIV 

    The Chicago-native former cardinal is an Augustinian and worked for many years in Peru. He has extensive pastoral experience and has worked in the Roman Curia. An American citizen born in Chicago to a family of French, Spanish, and Italian descent, and …

    Source: Aleteia - 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

    Meet Robert Prevost, Who is Now Pope Leo

    Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, greets the faithful as he appears from the Central Loggia of St. Peter's Square on May 8, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. Credit - Alessandra Benedetti—Corbis/Getty Images "Peace be …

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

    Reflections on the Election of Pope Leo XIV

    As I was saying goodbye to my Uncle in-law at the hospital after finishing up a visit, I casually said to him, “Perhaps will have a new pope by the end of the day.” Kristin and I then proceeded to the hospital cafeteria where we would partake of the …

    Source: Patheos - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    First American pope: White Sox fan, Villanova grad, Peru missionary, Vatican leader

    11 (OSV News) — Standing on loggia of St. Peter’s basilica, newly elected Pope Leo XIV smiled, waved and appeared to hold back emotion May 8 as he introduced himself to the world as the 266th successor to St. Peter — the first American to hold that role. …

    Source: OSV News - Center-right
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Archbishop Broglio welcomes Pope Leo XIV: ‘A shepherd for a troubled world’

    Archbishop Timothy Broglio, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, expresses joy and gratitude following the election of Pope Leo XIV. By Marie Duhamel and Linda Bordoni Speaking to Vatican News shortly after the announcement of the …

    Source: Catholic Telegraph - Center-right
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Robert Prevost, who will be known as Leo XIV, is the first US-born pope in history. Here’s how the day went.

    pinned Here’s what to know about the new pope By the Associated Press Francis brought Prevost, a Chicago native, to the Vatican in 2023 to serve as the powerful head of the office that vets bishop nominations from around the world, one of the most …

    Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Quick Facts About Pope Leo XIV: Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost is First American Pope

    White smoke billows from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signalling that a new pope has been chosen. Thousands of onlookers in St Peter's Square cheer and applaud, many overcome with emotion, as the bells of St Peter's Basilica ring out across …

    Source: International Business Times - United Kingdom - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Sisters hopeful synodal process of 'walking together' will continue under new pope

    Pope Francis sought to make the church less clerical and more participatory for laypeople; the question now is whether his successor will, too. But Catholic sisters who were involved in synods during Francis' papacy believe there's no turning back …

    Source: National Catholic Reporter - 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 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 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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