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Pope Leo XIV held a significant meeting with the cardinals who elected him as the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church. In a private gathering, he articulated the rationale behind his choice of the name Leo XIV, emphasizing the contemporary Church's need to confront challenges akin to a new industrial......
On May 8, 2025, the Vatican announced the election of Robert Francis Prevost as the 267th pope of the Catholic Church. The 69-year-old American succeeds Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21. Adopting the papal name Leo XIV, Prevost now steps into one of the most scrutinized and revered roles in......
The conclave to select the successor to Pope Francis commenced today in Vatican City, where 133 cardinals from across the globe have gathered to determine the future leader of the 1.4 billion-member Roman Catholic Church. This pivotal event follows the death of Pope Francis on April 21 at the age of......
In a poignant tribute, up to 200,000 mourners are expected to fill St. Peter's Square as the world pays its final respects to Pope Francis, who will be laid to rest in a simple underground tomb at St. Mary Major Basilica, in accordance with his wishes. The ceremony commenced with Cardinal Giovanni......
Pope Francis passed away early Monday at the age of 88, prompting US President Donald Trump to declare that American flags be flown at half-staff on all official buildings. This gesture of mourning will be observed across the United States, including civilian and military facilities. In a statement......
Pope Francis has died, as confirmed by the Vatican in a video announcement. The pontiff, who was elected in 2013 following the resignation of Benedict XVI, was 88 years old. Despite his diminishing health, Pope Francis made a final public appearance at St. Peter's Square to celebrate Easter. His......
