RARE PHOTOS: 2 - The Real Truth

Nobel Peace Prize haunted by the 'spectre' of Trump

Donald Trump's pursuit of the Nobel Peace Prize continues, despite minimal chances of being awarded. The Norwegian Nobel Committee faces scrutiny in choosing this year's laureate amidst Trump's actions and policies. While some speculate the prize may go to humanitarian efforts, others suggest a more controversial choice could emerge. The…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

Grok AI Chatbot Stated Jesus Did Not Qualify as a Fake God in Recent Viral Social Media Discussion

Grok defended leaving Jesus in an image after being asked to remove 'fake gods', citing historical sources and Christian claims while disclaiming personal religious belief.

International Business Times UK · Oct 6

Peru Prepares to Receive Leo XIV With a 14-Meter Statue and Gifts Made by Inmates

Peru builds the world's tallest papal statue and prison inmates craft gifts as Pope Leo XIV's six-day November visit approaches. Full itinerary inside.

Latin Times · Oct 6

What 1,000 years of golden roses tell us about popes’ authority and influence, from Leo IX to Leo XIV

Almost every ceremonial object or ornament of the medieval papal monarchy has disappeared or lost its original purpose. Yet one survives: the golden rose.

The Conversation · Oct 5

Pope Francis' diaries to be published next month, revealing reflections on Vatican years

Pope Francis' journal entries from his time in the Vatican and years before will be published this fall

The Independent UK · Oct 5

'I have complete confidence in Jordan': Le Pen backs Bardella after three days of silence

After three days of silence, the National Rally's French presidential candidate has responded to Mediapart's release of new alleged evidence of antisemitic remarks by the party leader.

Euronews · Oct 4

Increasing influence: Italy marks 800 years since death of Saint Francis of Assisi

Ceremonies and events are being held in Assisi throughout the day in honour of Italy's patron saint. The festivities form part of the Franciscan Jubilee Year, proclaimed by Pope Leo XIV.

Euronews · Oct 4

Pope vs Anthropic: Why 'AI consciousness' is dividing Silicon Valley and Vatican

Anthropic has spent months consulting religious scholars and other experts about how AI systems should behave and what values they should follow. The company has held private discussions with scholars from around the world and required participants to sign nondisclosure agreements, according to the Times. The effort comes as Anthropic…

The Times of India · Oct 3

Anthropic vs. the Pope

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Reason · Oct 2

Pope Leo seeks status update of Francis' divisive opening to divorced and remarried Catholics

Pope Leo XIV is inviting church leaders to Rome to understand how one of Pope Francis’ most controversial teachings has been implemented

The Independent UK · Oct 2