Pope Leo XIV says choice of name reflects social commitment
Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, pledges to follow Pope Francis’s path of humble service and social advocacy, citing the Church’s role…
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'You're gonna be the Pope,' Leo XIV's brother recalls telling him
Brother of new Pope Leo XIV, Louis Prevost reflects on the surreal rise of his youngest sibling—from childhood games in Chicago to becoming the first American…
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The Pope of the next generation: A young boy’s true calling
In his first speech as Pontiff, Prevost spoke of Pope Francis’ legacy, hoping ‘to follow up on that blessing.’
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Leo XIV says Church must fight 'lack of faith' in first mass as pope
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, delivered his inaugural homily urging the Catholic Church to confront growing disbelief and divisions, while…
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Papal race spotlights Phl priest crisis
As Filipino cardinals emerge as frontrunners in the Vatican's papal race, the Philippines faces a deepening priest shortage, with Church leaders warning of…
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Leo XIV elected as first American pope, set to continue Pope Francis' path
French Cardinal Dominique Mamberti appeared on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica and declared "Habemus Papam" to the tens of thousands gathered below,…
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Cardinals voting again
Black smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel once again as cardinals failed to elect a new pope during the second and third ballots, prolonging the highly…
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Filipino pope could revive priestly vocations in Catholic bastion
As the Vatican prepares to elect a new pope, the Philippine Church faces a sharp decline in priesthood vocations — a crisis some say could be eased if a…
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Next pope faces ‘complex’ challenges
Cardinals gather for a final Mass ahead of the conclave to elect a new pope, as the Catholic Church faces pressing challenges at a pivotal moment in its…
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White smoke and an ancient formula: How the world learns a new Pope has been chosen
From color-coded smoke to a Latin proclamation on the balcony, centuries-old traditions still define the moment a new pope is elected.
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How much does the conclave cost?
As cardinals gather to elect a new pope, questions loom over the financial burden of the conclave on the Vatican’s struggling budget—an event costing millions…
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What does a pope do?
As cardinals gather to elect a new pope, questions loom over the financial burden of the conclave on the Vatican’s struggling budget—an event costing millions…
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Unsolicited cosplay
And now, just when the Catholic Church is grieving a beloved pope and preparing for a new one, here he comes smirking in white robes and likely wondering if he…
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Conclave: How a Pope is elected
From the voting of cardinal electors to the burning of ballots in a cast-iron stove dating back to 1939, here’s a look at what happens inside the Sistine…
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‘Most spectacular in 50 years’
The 2025 papal conclave convenes today with 133 cardinals from 70 countries to elect the next pope, following Pope Francis' passing. This conclave is the…
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Tagle’s papal bid stirs mixed feelings
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, a prominent Filipino prelate, is considered a leading candidate to succeed Pope Francis. His compassionate approach and social…
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Vigil for new Pope begins
Past conclaves had sprung surprises: Pope John Paul II was the first non-Italian to be made pope in five centuries. ‘No one was expecting that, and Pope…
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