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Why Illinois treasurer gifted Pope Leo a certificate worth $8.65

This sum had been held in Illinois’ unclaimed property account

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV swears in 28 new Swiss Guards in Vatican ceremony

Twenty-eight new recruits were formally sworn into the Swiss Guards at Vatican City on Wednesday during a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo XIV.

Euronews

Inside the $1bn Grand Egyptian Museum as 50,000 artifacts go on display from Tutankhamun to Khufu’s solar boat

The building, as big as Vatican City with a collection larger than the Louvre, has been in the making for over 30 years and is finally set to formally open in November, Maira Butt writes

The Independent UK

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King Charles prays with Pope Leo at Sistine Chapel in historic moment

Charles becomes the first British monarch to pray at a public service with the Pope since the Reformation

Evening Standard

Vatican City Explained: History, Wealth, and How It Became The Smallest Country in the World

The Vatican is the world's smallest country, ruled by the Pope, with its own laws, bank, and army. Formed in 1929, it holds billions in assets and global influence far beyond its tiny size.

International Business Times UK

From deep dish to ‘Da Pope’: Social media users welcome the Chicago-born head of the Catholic Church

He may lead Vatican City now, but the internet is obsessed that he’s from the Windy City

The Independent UK

Thursday briefing: Who will emerge as the next leader of the Catholic church?

In today’s newsletter: The secret deliberations in Vatican City to select the next pope could shape the direction of the church for generations to come

The Guardian - UK

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Black smoke as Vatican conclave fails to elect new pope on first ballot

Tens of thousands of people gathered in Vatican City’s St Peter’s Square as cardinals voted in first ballot.

Al Jazeera

World leaders gather for funeral of Pope Francis

World leaders have gathered for the funeral of Pope Francis as huge crowds descended upon Vatican City ...

The National (Scotland)

Britain’s Prince William and US President Donald Trump among mourners at Pope Francis' funeral

Pope Francis' funeral has taken place in St Peter's Square in Vatican City, with Britain’s Prince William and US President Donald Trump among the mourners.

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Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis’ funeral

Zen is among the critics in recent years who have said the Vatican’s agreement with Chinese authorities on the appointment of bishops betrays pro-Vatican Chinese Catholics

The Independent UK

Meet Maria Clementina Sobieska, the defiant queen who pulled off a jailbreak to secure the Jacobite legacy

Maria Clementina Sobieski is one of only three women buried in the famous St Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, alongside an estimated 100 or so popes. She lived a life of extraordinary defiance and determination.

The Conversation

Blinken's Diplomatic Trip To Europe Focuses On Ukraine And Middle East

Secretary of State Antony Blinken's diplomatic trip to Europe focuses on key international issues including Ukraine, Middle East, China, and Vatican City.

Top News

Watch view of the Vatican as European temperatures soar to nearly 40C

Watch a view of St Peter’s Square in Vatican City, as temperatures reach 38C.

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Biden signs condolences for former Pope Benedict in Washington

U.S. President Joe Biden signed a condolence book for former Pope Benedict in Washington on Thursday, paying his respects to the former pontiff on the day his funeral mass was held in Vatican City.

AAP

Australian Catholics mourn Benedict

Cathedrals in Australia are hosting special masses to mourn the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI whose funeral is being held in Vatican City.

The Independent UK

Hong Kong's Cardinal Zen to attend Benedict's funeral Mass

Hong Kong’s outspoken Roman Catholic Cardinal Joseph Zen will leave the southern Chinese city this week to pay his respects to the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI in Vatican City

Tribune News Service

Vahe Gregorian: How former Kansas coaches Mark Mangino and Glen Mason are tethered to Lance Leipold

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — In Rome on Wednesday morning, Mark Mangino went to St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City for a Papal Audience with Pope Francis.

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Newest US cardinal, San Diego's Robert McElroy, on why he thinks he was chosen

SAN DIEGO — San Diego Bishop Robert McElroy was elevated to cardinal by Pope Francis on Saturday in Vatican City.

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