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Published on May 8, 2025

Who Is Robert Prevost? New Pope Leo XIV Announced

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago was elected pope on Thursday, becoming the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church. He has chosen the papal title of Pope Leo XIV. The 69-year-old cardinal, who spent much of his clerical life abroad in …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

Cardinal Robert F. Prevost Elected 267th Supreme Pontiff Of Roman Catholic Church, Becoming First American Pope

VATICAN CITY — Cardinal Robert F. Prevost was elected the 267th supreme pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church on Thursday by the College of Cardinals during a two-day conclave in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel. He will go by Pope Leo XIV. The choice is widely …

Source: The Daily Caller - Right-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

Meet Dominique Mamberti, cardinal who will announce new pope after Habemus Papam

White smoke was spotted from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel after the cardinals at the Vatican elected a new pope on the second and final day of the papal conclave. Several locals and social media users cheered ‘Habemus Papam’. The new pope will be …

Source: Hindustan Times - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

‘The Pope is also a monarch’: Georgia Southern professor explains upcoming papal vote

As the Catholic Church prepares to select a new leader following the death of Pope Francis, a Georgia Southern University historian is shedding light on the centuries-old papal conclave process. Wednesday began a nearly thousand-year-old tradition. After …

Source: Grice Connect - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Beyond Conclave: 10 other movies that feature the Vatican

If you've seen Conclave, Edward Berger’s excellent political thriller, you’ll have some idea of what goes on behind the scenes at the secretive papal conclave. So with all eyes on Rome this week as cardinals meet to elect a successor to Pope Francis …

Source: RTE Ireland - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 8, 2025

The Conclave: Watch the moment Ghana's Cardinal Appiah Turkson took the Oath of Secrecy

Ghana’s Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson has been tagged as one of the favourites to be chosen as the leader of the Catholic Church at the ongoing Conclave to elect the next Pope at the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican. Visuals from the Sistine Chapel, …

Source: GhanaWeb - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Dominique Mamberti: Who is the cardinal deacon who will announce the new pope to the world?

Unknown to most, but a leading figure in Vatican diplomacy, Dominique Mamberti is the Cardinal Protodeacon will soon have the task of shouting "Annuntio vobis gaudium magnum: habemus Papam!" — I announce a great joy: we have the Pope! He will be …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Who Are the Cardinals Selecting the Pope?

Here is a breakdown on the cardinals who are voting. How many cardinals chose the new pope? There are 252 cardinals in total, but only those under the age of 80 can take part in the conclave. While that means that 135 cardinals are eligible to vote, two …

Source: TIME Magazine - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

Meet the 5 cardinal electors with the most conclave experience

Vatican City, May 7, 2025 / 16:29 pm With the start of the conclave May 7, there are five cardinal electors who bring a significant amount of experience to the process. Four electors — Cardinals Peter Turkson, Philippe Barbarin, Péter Erdő, and Josip …

Source: Catholic News Agency - Right-wing
Published on May 7, 2025

17 African Cardinals to elect new Pope as Conclave opens

The Vatican’s official website displays the vacant Holy See, symbolizing the sede vacante period as the Conclave begins to elect a new Pope. PHOTO URN ROME, ITALY | THE INDEPENDENT | As the Catholic Church prepares to elect a new pontiff following the …

Source: Independent (Uganda) - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

POLL: What should the next pope focus on?

Wanted: A holy man. Job description: Leading the 1.4 billion-strong Catholic Church. Location: Vatican City. There are no official candidates for the papacy, but some cardinals are considered “papabile,” or possessing the characteristics necessary to …

Source: KABB - Texas - Center-right
Published on May 7, 2025

By the numbers: The arithmetic behind the papal conclave

The Vatican's papal conclave to choose a new spiritual leader for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics is governed by procedures and rituals that have evolved over centuries. But the result of the election will be influenced by arithmetic unique to …

Source: RTE Ireland - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 7, 2025

Next pope: Why a leading African cardinal might not participate in papal election

Fresh details have emerged explaining the likely absence of Africa's Cardinal John Njue (Kenya) from the highly anticipated papal election. As the Church prepares to elect a successor to Pope Francis, whose death last month marked the end of an era, …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

For new pope, this continent will play a big role in Catholicism's future

African outreach was among Pope Francis' legacies, religious observers say, with the late pontiff’s mission of hope and mercy inspiring fervor among the continent’s young people in visits to nations such as Kenya, Uganda and Madagascar. Those measures …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Papal conclave by the numbers

The Vatican's papal conclave to choose a new spiritual leader for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics is governed by procedures and rituals that have evolved over centuries. But the result of the election will be influenced by arithmetic unique to …

Source: Barron News Shield - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Christianity is booming in Africa. What it means for the Catholic Church's next pope

African outreach was among Pope Francis' legacies, religious observers say, with the late pontiff’s mission of hope and mercy inspiring fervor among the continent’s young people in visits to nations such as Kenya, Uganda and Madagascar. Those measures …

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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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