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Published on May 8, 2025

Forget the chimney — everyone’s watching the seagull watching the chimney

3 ROME (OSV News) — As the world watched the Sistine Chapel chimney for signs of white smoke, another character stole the spotlight: a stoic seagull standing guard with more poise than a Swiss Guard in full regalia. Perched like a feathered sentinel atop …

Source: OSV News - Center-right
Published on May 8, 2025

Robert Prevost, first pope from US in history of the Catholic Church, takes the name Leo XIV

VATICAN CITY — Robert Prevost, an missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and took over the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first pope from the United States in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Prevost, a 69- …

Source: Greenfield Recorder - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV: American Calls for 'Peace' as New Leader of Catholic Church

In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Robert Prevost—a missionary-turned-Vatican official who spent much of his career ministering in Peru—was elected the first American pope in the Church's 2,000-year history on Thursday. The 69-year-old …

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

World leaders congratulate new Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV emerged onto the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica in front of a packed St Peter’s Square, cheered on by jubilant crowds as he made his first public appearance as pontiff. The election of the new Pope, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, from …

Source: Andover Advertiser - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

New pope is revealed: Robert Prevost is named as successor to Francis - becoming the first American pontiff

Robert Prevost has been named as the new Pope and will become Francis' successor following two days of voting inside the Sistine Chapel. The pontiff, who will be named Pope Leo XIV, is the 267th Pope, becoming the religious leader of Catholics across …

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

White smoke signals new Pope: Vatican awaits historic announcement

Home >> News Dominica News Online - Thursday, May 8th, 2025 at 1:08 PM Credit: Vatican mediaSt. Peter’s Square is brimming with excitement as thousands of pilgrims from around the world stand shoulder to shoulder, anxiously awaiting the first glimpse …

Source: Dominica News Online - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

'Dio benedica il Papa', other well wishes for the new pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, in Italian

'Outnumbered' panelists react to the breaking news that a new pope was chosen on the fourth vote. Senior correspondent Benjamin Hall provides details on the upcoming reveal and next steps. Catholics around the world are rejoicing at the election of …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

Robert Prevost, first American-born pope in history of the Catholic Church, will take the name Leo XIV

Breadcrumb Trail Links News World The smoke signal means the winner secured at least 89 votes of the 133 cardinals participating in the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis. Author of the article: The Associated Press Nicole Winfield Published May …

Source: The Province - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

New Pope Is An American

VATICAN CITY (AP) — 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 American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Prevost, …

Source: Fox 21 - Minnesota - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

First-ever American pope elected

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Cardinal Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, has been elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Prevost, 69, …

Source: The Inter-Mountain - West Virginia - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

US Cardinal Prevost elected Pope Leo XIV, first American pontiff

VATICAN CITY — Robert Prevost, the choice of the world's Catholic cardinals to serve as leader of the 1.4-billion-member church, is the first pope from the United States and a relative unknown on the global stage. Aged 69 and originally from Chicago, …

Source: KSL - Utah - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Restaurant owner in South Carolina arrested, SCDOR says

Restaurant owner in South Carolina arrested, SCDOR says Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 2:54 PM EDT May 8, 2025 GO. WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, YOUR TRAFFIC AND YOUR WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE’RE STARTING …

Source: WYFF 4 - South Carolina - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

White Smoke Pours Out of Sistine Chapel Chimney

White smoke poured from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel and the great bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled Thursday after cardinals elected the 267th pope to lead the Catholic Church on the second day of their conclave. The crowd in St. Peter’s Square …

Source: KSIS 1050 AM - Missouri - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

A new Pope is chosen: White smoke finally rises from the Sistine Chapel as cardinals elect the next pontiff in third ...

White smoke has finally risen from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel - indicating that cardinals have elected a new pope on the second and final day of conclave. That means the winner secured at least 89 votes of the 133 cardinals participating in the …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
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

WATCH LIVE: Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes first pontiff from US & will be known as Pope Leo XIV

UPDATE: Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been elected the 267th pope and has stepped onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica as the new leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. He’ll be known as Pope Leo XIV. Prevost, 69, from …

Source: Local 3 News - Tennessee - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

A new pope has been chosen as white smoke rises from the Sistine Chapel

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Prevost, a 69-year-old …

Source: WBRZ ABC 2 - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Black smoke pours from the Sistine Chapel, indicating that no pope has been elected

Black smoke billows from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, where 133 cardinals gathered on the first day of the conclave, indicating that a successor of late Pope Francis was not elected, Wednesday, May 7, 2025. BERNAT ARMANGUE / AP Black smoke poured …

Source: Le Monde - Center-left
Published on May 8, 2025

The Catholic Church has elected the first American pope to succeed Francis. Here's who he is.

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Prevost, a 69 member of the …

Source: Nola - Louisiana - 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 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 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 - 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 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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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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