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‘An inspired choice’: people from around the world react to Pope Leo XIV

Catholics and non-Catholics share their thoughts on the elevation of Robert Francis Prevost to the papacy

The Guardian - US · May 9, 2025

First Thing: Robert Francis Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV as cardinals elect first US pontiff

Pope says ‘evil will not prevail’ as he addresses worshippers. Plus, the man who walked the length of the UK with a donkey

The Guardian - UK · May 9, 2025

The prospect of a US pope was once viewed with suspicion – but Leo XIV could prove an important counter to Trump

Pope Leo XIV has been elected as the 267th pontiff, leader of the Catholic church and spiritual guide to more than 1.4 billion Catholics. He is the first pope in history to come from the United States.

The Conversation · May 9, 2025

Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass after historic election as Pope Francis' successor

Pope Leo XIV will celebrate his first Mass after his historic election as the first North American pope

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Pope Leo XIV: Why the College of Cardinals chose the Chicago native and Augustinian to lead the church after Francis

When 69-year-old Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost appeared on the main balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica for the first time as Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025, he was cheered loudly by the huge crowd of pilgrims, tourists, local Catholics and other onlookers who had waited hours for the first…

The Conversation · May 9, 2025

The Pope with a ‘twinkle in his eye’: Former protégé describes the American set to lead the Catholic Church

“It’s just wonderful, the peacemaker and unifier that he is,” Fr. Robert Hagan told The Independent

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

‘Peace be with all of you’: how Pope Leo XIV embodies a living dialogue between tradition and modernity

When Robert Francis Prevost appeared on the loggia of St Peter’s Basilica as Pope Leo XIV, he set three precedents.

The Conversation · May 9, 2025

‘Leone!’ Vatican crowds hail Leo XIV as new pope of the Catholic Church

Experts say Pope Leo is likely to carry forward the legacy of his predecessor Francis, while forging his own path.

Al Jazeera · May 9, 2025

Australian Catholics welcome ‘approachable’ new pope in hope he will pursue peace

Leo XIV is a fan of Tim Tams but not Vegemite, one church leader says, and is ‘humble’ and ‘gentle’

The Guardian - AU · May 9, 2025

Who is Pope Leo XIV, the first US pontiff?

Al Jazeera looks at Pope Leo’s views, background and his journey from Chicago to the top of the Catholic Church.

Al Jazeera · May 8, 2025