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Crisis looms for Pope Leo as splinter sect seeks to ordain far-right bishops

Conflict threatens to worsen mounting tensions between the Vatican and rightwing Catholics in the US and globally

The Guardian - US · Jun 25

These traditionalist Catholics are defying Pope Leo XIV, and embracing their outsider status

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics will challenge Pope Leo XIV’s authority next week by consecrating four bishops without his consent

The Independent UK · Jun 24

Trump picked a fight with the Pope: The one person he can't fire, can't outbid, and can't outlast

The Vatican, the oldest institution in the world, has faced attacks from leaders throughout history—and from the U.S. This time it's unprecedented.

Fortune · May 2

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Did Pope Leo find his voice in Africa? Or did America and the world finally hear him

There is a case to be made that Pope Leo XIV found his voice on his epic trip through Africa

The Independent UK · Apr 20

White House vs the pope: What is behind the clash and Catholic just war doctrine?

Theologians Euronews spoke to believe that the escalating war of words between Washington and the Holy See has raised important questions over Catholic and Christian moral thought.

Euronews · Apr 17

Trump’s exchange with Pope Leo reflects deep-rooted tensions between the Vatican and the United States: 4 essential reads

President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV, the U.S.-born head of the Catholic Church, had an unusual and acrimonious public exchange over the weekend.

The Conversation · Apr 13

Donald Trump says AI-generated image of himself as Jesus after attack on Pope was 'me as a doctor'

UK health minister rejects Trump’s claim his Jesus-like image was ‘meant to be me as a doctor’

Evening Standard · Apr 13

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Move over, gender studies: the conservative tide coming for US universities

Deeming universities too leftwing, outside donors and state governments are sponsoring curricula that center the classics, Christianity and the ‘great books’ of western civilization

The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2025

Pope Leo’s changes to the papal wardrobe considered a ‘return to form’

Pope Leo XIV has made waves with some of his fashion choices, returning to much of the traditional pomp of popes past

The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2025

The right reviled Francis. How will Pope Leo XIV confront the schism in the US church?

Some conservatives rejected Francis for his leftist leanings, but Leo could be able to realize his forerunner’s visions

The Guardian - US · May 18, 2025

‘Maga Catholics’ are gaining ground in the US. Now their sight is set on the Vatican

Conservative US Catholics like Steve Bannon look to win ‘war that lasts decades’ with pope antithetical to Francis

The Guardian - US · Apr 28, 2025

Pope Francis’s funeral to be less costly than his predecessors’

Francis cultivated a humble image, opting for a modest rather than lavish lifestyle.

Al Jazeera · Apr 25, 2025

Trump deportation threat puts US on collision course with Vatican

Pope’s appointment of progressive Robert McElroy comes as rightwing Catholics wield notable influence in US capital

The Guardian - US · Jan 13, 2025

Kevin Roberts, architect of Project 2025, has close ties to radical Catholic group Opus Dei

Heritage Foundation leader has long received spiritual guidance from group and his policy goals align with its teachings

The Guardian - US · Jul 26, 2024

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The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2024

Those close to the Pope try to make sense of his homophobic PR disaster

Pope’s reported use of homophobic term caused shock and pain

WEKU · Oct 4, 2023

Vatican gathering tackles topics from women in ministry to LGBTQ+ Catholics

Roman Catholic leaders from around the world are gathering at the Vatican for a synod, or meeting, to address issues facing the church, including whether to allow women to become deacons.

WEKU · Mar 13, 2023

After 10 years as pope, Francis continues to reshape the Catholic Church

The leader of the world's 1.3 billion Catholics has steered his church leftward after more than two decades of conservative leadership. Opposition within the Vatican is fierce.

The Independent UK · Jan 4, 2023

US bishops' rifts unlikely to ease after Benedict's death

Many of the conservative prelates who dominate the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops were appointed by Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

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WEKU · Dec 31, 2022

Retired Pope Benedict XVI dies at 95

He is remembered as a staunch conservative who opposed modernizing reforms and as the first pope to step down since the 15th century.

Al Jazeera · Dec 31, 2022

Obituary: Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, pontiff who resigned

Benedict, who died at the age of 95, in 2013 became the first pope in 600 years to step down, citing old age.

Salon · May 13, 2022

Far-right Catholics, racists link arms

Activist arm of right-wing Catholic outlet Church Militant is increasingly entwined with racist "groyper" movement

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