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  • Published on 11:01 GMT

    Championing peace, upholding Pope Francis’ legacy: How Leo XIV could lead the Catholic Church

    The new pontiff has connections to both the global north and global south, including Asia – particularly Southeast Asia – where he is “quite well-known”, said Dr Hedges. He was head of the Augustinian religious order from 2001 to 2013, which operates in 50 …

    Source: Channel News Asia - Pro-Government
  • Published on 10:12 GMT

    China's Complicated Relationship With the Catholic Church

    As Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost dons the mantle of Pope Leo XIV, he faces the daunting task of leading the Holy See in navigating a fraught international landscape. This will involve diplomatic relations with countries that pose long-standing unresolved …

    Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
  • Published on 01:33 GMT

    China, finances and a culture clash — the challenges facing Pope Leo XIV

    We have, for the first time, an American pope. What that means for the Catholic Church could prove unpredictable. The hopeful case is that the new Holy Father will come prepared to tackle two major challenges for the church: its rickety financial and …

    Source: New York Post - Right-wing
  • Published on 09:58 GMT

    Exclusive – Religious Freedom Expert: China's Cold Goodbye to Pope Francis a 'Brutal Message' to Christians at Home

    The Chinese Communist Party barely mentioned the death of Pope Francis, with whom it negotiated for years, and failed to send a representative to his funeral as a “brutal message” to repressed Christians at home, one of the world’s top experts on Christian …

    Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
  • Published on 05:01 GMT

    Taiwan president congratulates Pope Leo, more low key reaction from China

    By Ben Blanchard and Liz Lee TAIPEI/BEIJING (Reuters) -Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has sent his congratulations to the newly appointed Pope Leo, saying Taiwan hopes to continue working with the Vatican to pursue justice and religious freedom, with …

    Source: The Gazette - Colorado - Neutral
  • Published on 02:57 GMT

    Taiwan congratulates Pope Leo, says hopes for deeper ties

    TAIPEI (Reuters) – Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has sent his congratulations to Pope Leo on his appointment, saying Taiwan hopes to continue working with the Vatican to pursue peace, justice and religious freedom, the island’s foreign ministry said on …

    Source: KFGO - North Dakota - Neutral
  • Published on 11:32 GMT

    A pope, a polymath and plucky women: Books in brief

    House of Huawei Eva Dou Abacus (2025) Oddly echoing persistent allegations that telecommunications systems made by Chinese company Huawei are used to spy on other governments, in 1865 China’s leaders rejected a foreign government’s attempt to install an …

    Source: Nature - Neutral
  • Published on 10:26 GMT

    China congratulates Pope Leo on election, hopes for 'dialogue'

    Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost at the St Peter's Basilica. [AFP] China on Friday congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election to head the Catholic Church, saying Beijing hoped to continue "constructive dialogue" with the Vatican. …

    Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
  • Published on 05:15 GMT

    Outgoing ambassador positive on Taiwan-Vatican ties under new pope

    Vatican City, May 9 (CNA) The outgoing Republic of China (Taiwan) ambassador to the Holy See said Thursday he expects ties with the Vatican to further improve under newly elected Pope Leo XIV. Matthew Lee (李世明), who will retire as Taiwan's ambassador …

    Source: Focus Taiwan - Neutral
  • Published on 10:36 GMT

    China congratulates Pope Leo XIV on election, hopes for ‘dialogue’

    China on Friday congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election to head the Catholic Church, saying Beijing hoped to continue “constructive dialogue” with the Vatican.Newly elected Pope Leo XIV makes a public appearance from the main central loggia balcony of …

    Source: Hong Kong Free Press - Center-left
  • Published on 08:56 GMT

    New pope clearly differentiates between Taiwan and China: diplomat

    Taiwan’s outgoing ambassador to the Vatican Matthew Lee (李世明) said that the newly appointed Pope Leo XIV understands the difference between “democratic Taiwan and communist China,” expressing confidence in the continued development of Taiwan-Vatican …

    Source: Taipei Times - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Pope Francis in the Eyes of the Church in Africa

    An African priest eulogises Pope Francis as one who would be remembered for saying, “Africa is not only a continent rich in resources, but a spiritual lung, full of life and hope, despite suffering,” while praying for a worthy successor of Saint Peter. The …

    Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Pope Leo XIV: The agenda that the cardinals have set for the new pontiff

    Over the past two weeks, the 12 general congregations have sparked an intense debate about the state of the Church. In more than 260 interventions, cardinals eligible to enter the conclave (those under 80) and those excluded due to age have together mapped …

    Source: El País - Center-left
  • Published on May 7, 2025

    As Conclave Begins, Conservative Catholics Try To Make Sense Of Pope Francis

    The papal conclave begins today, with dozens of cardinals arriving from around the globe to lock themselves away in the Sistine Chapel and cast ballots in secret for Pope Francis’ successor. Amid the excitement, conservative Catholics in the United States …

    Source: Daily Wire - Right-wing
  • Published on May 7, 2025

    MEMORIAL MASS FOR THE LATE PONTIFF – Macau bids farewell to Pope Francis

    Marco Carvalho  In a sober but joyful ceremony, hundreds of faithful gathered at the Cathedral of the Nativity of Our Lady early Tuesday evening for a Mass in memory of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. The liturgy, celebrated by …

    Source: O Clarim - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    U.S. and China set for high-stakes talks amid trade war

    IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. UP NEXT An urgent manhunt is underway for a Texas man accused of murder 01:28 The California Academy of Sciences hopes to restart blue butterfly population 01:31 Growing …

    Source: NBC News - Center-left
  • Published on May 7, 2025

    China suspected of using 4 Cuban bases to spy on U.S.

    NEWS AND ANALYSIS: China’s communist government is suspected of using four bases in Cuba as electronic intelligence gathering sites targeting the U.S., according to House testimony. Ryan C. Berg, a Latin affairs security expert, told a House Homeland …

    Source: The Washington Times - Right-wing
  • Published on May 7, 2025

    Judging Pope Francis' legacy depends on who you ask

    From the death of Pope Pius XII to the passing of Pope Francis, I’ve now lived to see the death of seven popes. Who could not mourn Francis? He will be remembered as the “Pope of Mercy,” and mercy is not a bad thing to be remembered for: St. Thomas Aquinas …

    Source: Angelus News - California - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 7, 2025

    Meet the stand-out cardinals who could replace Pope Francis

    When it comes to predicting who will succeed Pope Francis, expect the unexpected. Since the Catholic Church began selecting popes in a highly secretive conclave, rarely have the rumoured front-runners prevailed. Popes John XXIII, John Paul II and Francis …

    Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral

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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 6, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

    Trump receives backlash over pope AI picture

    (MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump ignored backlash on a picture of himself as the next pope using AI that the white house decided to share, which made above 1.4 billion Catholics upset. Trump reported to reporters at the White house "The …

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  • Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

    Trump reacts to AI pope illustration backlash

    (MENAFN) Former President Donald Trump has brushed off criticism surrounding a viral AI-generated image showing him in papal attire, claiming that the backlash is fueled by the "fake news media" rather than the Catholic community. The image, …

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  • Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

    Vatican Cardinals Encounter Crucial Decision

    (MENAFN) As the Catholic Church approaches its upcoming papal conclave scheduled for Wednesday, Vatican observers report that cardinals are feeling the weight of selecting a new leader who can mend the widening rift between progressive and traditionalist …

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