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Heading for Roland Garros with the pope’s divine blessing

Andy Hall — Wed, 21 May 2025 17:37:57 GMT

Jannick Sinner is gearing up for his sixth attempt at winning the French Open this week - one of the two Grand Slam title missing from his honors list.

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Social media reacts to “Chicago-style Pope XIV: These are the posts from Caleb Williams to Obama

Andy Hall — Fri, 09 May 2025 18:30:55 GMT

As the first ever American pope, Leo XIV’s appointment as head of the Catholic Church has caused a wave of reaction across social media - particularly from his fellow Chicagoans.

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Who was Leo XIII, the Pope who fought for the poor and lived far from luxuries

Andy Hall,Luis Guillermo Vázquez — Thu, 08 May 2025 23:40:42 GMT

On Thursday, May 8, the Vatican announced that Robert Prevost, a Chicago-born cardinal, has been elected as the new pope, taking the name Leo XIV. His choice carries deep historical significance, as 13 previous popes have also adopted the name Leo, each leaving a distinct mark on the Catholic Church.

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Pope Leo XIV: why did Cardinal Robert Prevost choose that name to be Pope and how many more have there been in the entire history of the Vatican?

Andy Hall — Thu, 08 May 2025 18:52:33 GMT

After two days of indecision, fumata bianca was finally seen billowing out of the Sistine Chapel chimney in the Vatican City in the early evening of Thursday. The Catholic Church has elected a new supreme pontiff - Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes the first ever American Pope, and has chosen the papal name: Leo XIV.

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All of the pontiffs named Leo

(45th) Leo I: 440–461
(80th) Leo II: 682–683
(96th) Leo III: 795–816
(103th) Leo IV: 847–855
(118th) Leo V: 903–904
(124th) Leo VI: 928
(126th) Leo VII: 936–939
(132nd) Leo VIII: 963–964
(152nd) Leo IX: 1049–1054
(217th) Leo X: 1513–1521
(232nd) Leo XI: 1605
(252nd) Leo XII: 1823–1829
(256th) Leo XIII: 1878–1903
(267th) Leo XIV: 2025-

Why didn’t Robert Francis Prevost speak in English? Languages spoken by the new American Pope Leo XIV

Alejandro Cañas,David Nelson — Fri, 09 May 2025 08:21:59 GMT

Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost (Chicago, Illinois, September 14, 1955), has been named the new Pope.

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When is the new Pope presented and and how long until he appears on the balcony? Vatican protocol from white smoke to ‘Habemus Papam’

As Actualidad — Thu, 08 May 2025 16:12:18 GMT

The white smoke emerging from the Sistine Chapel chimney is the most emotional moment of the Papal conclave — it’s the sign that a new Supreme Pontiff has been elected.

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Papal Conclave summary: vote for new Pope Day 1 | No decision from Vatican smoke signal

AS USA — Wed, 07 May 2025 20:45:51 GMT

Who is Giovanni Battista, the dean of the College of Cardinals that organizes the Conclave to elect the new Pope of Rome?

As Actualidad,Calum Roche — Wed, 07 May 2025 18:28:18 GMT

The death of Pope Francis has triggered a series of major events within the Catholic Church, including the organization of his funeral and the upcoming conclave to select his successor.

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Who is Lazzaro You Heung-sik, the orphaned cardinal of the Korean War and favorite to become the new Pope of Rome?

Luis Méndez,Calum Roche — Wed, 07 May 2025 18:16:18 GMT

The name of Lazzaro You Heung-sik is surfacing with increasing frequency in Vatican speculation over who might become the next Pope.

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Who is José Tolentino de Mendonça, the Portuguese poet and cardinal widely favored to become the new Pope?

As Actualidad,Calum Roche — Wed, 07 May 2025 18:07:42 GMT

One of the most prominent figures in the contemporary Catholic Church is Portuguese cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça. A poet, theologian, and scholar, his profile combines deep academic training, cultural sensitivity, and a pastoral outlook that embraces dialogue with the modern world. His name is being strongly mentioned among the potential successors to Pope Francis.

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Who is Jean-Marc Aveline, the French cardinal now in the running to become the next Pope

Mario Espinosa de los Monteros,Agencias — Wed, 07 May 2025 16:03:07 GMT

The conclave starting this Wednesday promises to bring unpredictable and unfamiliar winds of change. During his time as pontiff, Pope Francis upended the Church’s traditional power structures by appointing lesser-known cardinals and shifting influence away from historically dominant dioceses toward bishops more connected to grassroots communities. In this new landscape, where the College of Cardinals is divided between conservatives and progressives, no clear favorite has emerged.

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Who is Kevin Farrell, the camerlengo appointed by Pope Francis who will take part in the conclave to elect the next Pope

AS USA — Wed, 07 May 2025 15:47:13 GMT

Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell holds a central position in the Catholic Church. Since 2019, he has served as the camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, a role that becomes especially significant during the election of a new pope.

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Who is Wilton Daniel Gregory, the first African American cardinal in U.S. history and a leading contender to become the next Pope

Luis Méndez — Wed, 07 May 2025 15:30:48 GMT

Born on December 7, 1947, in Chicago, Wilton Gregory has long been a prominent voice in the American Catholic Church. His elevation to the College of Cardinals marked a historic step toward greater diversity and inclusion in the Church’s hierarchy.

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Goodbye to Vatican nationality: here’s why no one is born a Vatican citizen

Daniel Ceped — Wed, 07 May 2025 15:18:13 GMT

Due to its history, location, architecture, and religious significance, the Vatican is one of the most unique places on Earth. While some curiosities about it are widely known—like being the smallest country in the world—others often go unnoticed.

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Who is Fridolin Ambongo Besungu, the African cardinal who could become the continent’s first pope in 1,600 years

Laura Martin Sanjuan — Wed, 07 May 2025 13:47:41 GMT

The list of potential papal successors is long, though predictions rarely get it right. The Catholic Church doesn’t think in terms of seasons or election cycles—it thinks in centuries. Its mission is to endure, to leave a legacy, to shape history. Not history shaped by trend or convenience, but by a tradition that has been unfolding for two thousand years.

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Who is Mario Grech, the progressive ‘dark horse’ cardinal considered a leading contender to become the next Pope

AS USA — Tue, 06 May 2025 23:18:04 GMT

Among the most under-the-radar candidates heading into the papal conclave is Mario Grech, the Maltese cardinal and current secretary general of the Synod of Bishops. As the conclave opens on May 7, 2025, Grech has emerged as a key player. Considered by many to be the progressive “dark horse,” he brings together pastoral experience, strong alignment with Pope Francis’s reform agenda, and an inclusive vision for the Church.

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Who is Robert Sarah, the controversial African cardinal now among the leading contenders to become the next Pope

Daniel Ceped,David Nelson — Tue, 06 May 2025 22:56:57 GMT

Following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Vatican has entered the period known as Sede Vacante. During this transitional phase—between the death of the Bishop of Rome and the naming of his successor—the role of leadership passes to the camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church. In this case, that responsibility falls to Kevin Farrell, who will oversee the preparations for the upcoming conclave.

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Who is Peter Erdo, the ultraconservative Hungarian cardinal with close ties to Orbán and considered a top contender to become the next Pope

AS USA — Tue, 06 May 2025 22:49:50 GMT

Born on June 25, 1952, in Budapest, Peter Erdo is a prominent figure in the Catholic Church and widely regarded as one of the leading candidates to succeed Pope Francis. His career reflects a mix of theological depth and pastoral leadership, qualities that have made him an influential voice both in Hungary and in Vatican circles. At 72, Erdo remains a steadfast defender of traditional Church values and a consistent advocate for interfaith dialogue.

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Who is Peter Turkson, the conservative Ghanaian cardinal leading the African Church and top contender to become the next Pope

AS USA — Tue, 06 May 2025 22:33:04 GMT

Peter Turkson’s path through the Catholic hierarchy has been shaped by a lifelong dedication to social justice and human development. These qualities have made him a leading voice not only across Africa but also within the Vatican. At 76, Turkson has been a tireless advocate for human rights, working to address global challenges such as poverty, climate change, and migration.

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The longest conclave in history: 1,006 days, cardinals dying, and only bread and water

Mariano Tovar — Tue, 06 May 2025 22:16:33 GMT

On May 7, the conclave that will elect Pope Francis’ successor to the Throne of St. Peter will begin. It will end as soon as one of the cardinals receives two-thirds of the votes. It is expected to last no longer than two or three days. Pope Francis was elected in just over a day after five ballots. The election of his predecessor, Benedict XVI, was even quicker. He needed only four ballots, in one day.

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Who is Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Italian cardinal and patriarch of Jerusalem seen as a leading candidate to become the next Pope

Adrián Córdoba,David Nelson — Tue, 06 May 2025 22:21:31 GMT

Vatican City is at a critical juncture. With the death of Pope Francis, the focus has turned to the question of succession. A number of names have emerged as potential heirs to the papacy, though not all follow the same path as Jorge Mario Bergoglio.

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Who is Matteo Zuppi, the Italian cardinal closest to Francis and widely seen as a leading candidate to become the next Pope

AS USA — Tue, 06 May 2025 22:21:21 GMT

Zuppi’s lifelong commitment to society’s most vulnerable has defined his career as an Italian cardinal. His deep dedication to social justice and peace has positioned him among the favorites to lead the Catholic Church after Pope Francis. At 69, Zuppi is widely recognized for his grassroots pastoral style and his talent for conflict mediation—qualities that have earned him the nickname “the street cardinal.”

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Who is Luis Antonio Tagle, the ‘Asian Francis’ seen as a contender for Pope

Luis Méndez,David Nelson — Wed, 07 May 2025 13:18:43 GMT

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is known for his warmth, easy smile, and signature rectangular glasses. The 67-year-old Filipino cleric is considered the leading papal contender from Asia. According to Vatican sources, Tagle checks every box to be named the next pope and is widely viewed as a top candidate to lead the Catholic Church. His credentials include extensive pastoral experience as well as significant administrative expertise, having previously served as Bishop of Imus and later Archbishop of Manila.

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Who is Pietro Parolin, the Italian front-runner to become the next Pope?

Daniel Ceped,David Nelson — Wed, 07 May 2025 13:17:53 GMT

Following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Catholic Church entered the period known as Sede Vacante—a transitional phase that begins with the passing of the pontiff and ends with the election of his successor. To choose the next Bishop of Rome, more than one hundred cardinals from across the world will gather in the Sistine Chapel for the conclave, where they will vote up to four times a day until a consensus is reached.

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Why can’t a woman be elected Pope of Rome? How is the Vatican’s strict protocol for the papal conclave?

Daniel Ceped,Miguel Corrales — Tue, 06 May 2025 17:27:10 GMT

Following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Sede Vacante began—a special period in the Catholic Church during which a series of protocols are activated to ensure an orderly transition. This period ends with the election of a new pope in the Conclave, which will begin on May 7.

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