Pope Leo XIV
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Pope Leo XIV Urges Monaco to Address Global Inequality
During his historic visit to Monaco, Pope Leo XIV called on the principality to use its wealth and influence to combat global economic injustice.
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Pope Leo XIV Rejects Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Over UN Role
Pope Leo XIV refused to join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’, stressing that global crisis management should remain under the UN’s authority, not a new body.
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Vatican Appoints Sr. Nina Krapić to Holy See Press Office
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Sister Nina Benedikta Krapić as the new Deputy Director of the Holy See Press Office, marking a significant leadership change in the Vatican’s communications apparatus.
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New Orleans Balances Festivity with Heightened Security Amidst New Leadership
New Orleans is navigating a period of significant change, with a new Archbishop embracing local traditions, while city officials and federal agencies implement heightened security measures to ensure public safety during the ongoing festival season, including Mardi Gras.
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Pope Leo XIV Leads First American Papacy With Calls for Peace, Dialogue, and Reform
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, marked his inaugural Christmas at the Vatican with powerful appeals for peace, a renewed stance on social issues, and a nuanced relationship with US leadership. His historic election, festive liturgies, and bold messages…
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Cardinal Dolan Steps Down: Pope Leo XIV to Appoint Bishop Ron Hicks as New York’s Next Archbishop
Cardinal Timothy Dolan, after reaching the mandatory retirement age, is set to have his resignation accepted by Pope Leo XIV. Bishop Ron Hicks of Joliet, Illinois, is widely expected to become the next Archbishop of New York as the archdiocese…
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Pope Leo XIV’s Vatican Mass Confronts Prison Overcrowding and Calls for Reform
During a landmark Mass at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV spotlighted the dire realities of prison overcrowding and urged global reform, marking the close of the 2025 Jubilee with a message of hope for society’s most marginalized.
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Pope Leo XIV Expected To Visit The Armenian Patriarchate of Constantinople
Pope Leo XIV begins his first foreign trip with a historic visit to Turkey and is expected to visit the Armenian Patriarchate of Constantinople in Istanbul.
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Cate Blanchett Joins Hollywood Icons at Vatican: Pope Leo’s Call to Defend Cinema’s Soul
Cate Blanchett was among the select group of Hollywood stars who met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, where the pontiff called on filmmakers to protect and elevate cinema as a vital art form in a digital age.
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Pope Leo XIV Voices Support for Migrants Amid U.S. Deportation Crackdown
Pope Leo XIV met with Catholic leaders and migrant advocates, expressing solidarity with families facing U.S. deportation efforts, as the Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on undocumented migrants.
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Pope Leo XIV’s First Overseas Journey: Turkey and Lebanon at a Crossroads
Pope Leo XIV embarks on his inaugural foreign visit, journeying to Turkey for the Council of Nicaea anniversary and Lebanon at a pivotal moment for its people, emphasizing unity, peace, and the challenges facing Christian communities in the region.
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Pope Leo XIV Sets Bold Tone on Climate, Life, and Social Justice
Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pontiff, launches his papacy with strong calls for unity on climate action, a holistic approach to life ethics, and a vision for social justice that challenges political and religious divides.
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Pope Leo XIV Challenges U.S. Policy on Immigration and Climate
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, has issued pointed critiques of U.S. immigration practices and climate skepticism, urging moral consistency from policymakers and Catholics alike.
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Pope Leo XIV Celebrates 70th Birthday with Global Fervor
Pope Leo XIV marked his 70th birthday with heartfelt celebrations spanning from the Vatican to his Chicago roots, underscoring his global influence as the first U.S.-born pope.
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Pope Leo XIV’s Vision: Tradition, AI Ethics, and Inclusivity
Pope Leo XIV marks a pivotal moment for the Catholic Church, addressing AI ethics, LGBTQ+ inclusion, and Augustinian traditions.