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The Latest: Pope Leo XIV prepares to celebrate his first Mass as pontiff a day after his election

The Catholic Church has a new leader and congratulations are pouring in as Pope Leo XIV prepares to celebrate his first Mass

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Pope Leo XIV’s first speech in full as new pontiff declares ‘evil will not prevail’

Pope Leo XIV paid tribute to Pope Francis and thanked cardinals who elected him after two days of voting

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Three big clues about new Pope Leo XIV’s papacy in opening speech

Leo asked permission to offer the same blessing Francis used just a few weeks ago

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

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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

Leo XIV's brother recalls feeling of 'disbelief' over his sibling becoming pope

When white smoke poured out of the Sistine Chapel revealing that a new pope had been chosen, John Prevost turned on his television in Illinois and watched in awe as his brother’s name was announced

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Asian stocks are mixed after hopes for China-US talks, trade deal with the UK lift Wall Street

Shares are mixed in Asia as investors pin their hopes on weekend trade talks between China and the U.S. U.S. futures and oil prices logged modest gains

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Chicago Newspaper Finds Photo of Pope Leo XIV at White Sox World Series Game in 2005

The Supreme Pontiff seems to have crossed paths with Paul Konerko and friends.

Sports Illustrated · May 9, 2025

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Chicago reacts to hometown Pope Leo: ‘Like the Cubs winning the World Series’

Residents – Catholic and non-Catholic – celebrate a ‘moment of joy’ as native son Robert Prevost becomes new pontiff

The Guardian - US · 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

‘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

Pope Leo XIV and Immigration

The first American pope has a history of advocating for migrants' rights.

Reason · 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

Extremely Online New Pope Unafraid To Talk Politics

From pillorying the US vice president to denouncing the death penalty, Pope Leo has proven unafraid to tackle prickly political issues on social media -- making him the first "extremely online" pontiff.

International Business Times · May 8, 2025

Vance Urged to 'Stay Away' From New Pope Leo XIV After Last Visit With Pope Francis: 'Try Not to Kill This One'

If JD Vance hoped that getting a new pope would make everyone forget that the last one died hours after their meeting, he is in for a grave disappointment.

Latin Times · May 8, 2025

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The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

Catholic Chicagoans celebrate as native son Pope Leo XIV becomes first American pope

Catholic Chicagoans gathered in churches, cheered from classrooms and celebrated at homes as the historic decision was announced that a native son, Cardinal Robert Prevost, was elected pope

The Sports Daily · May 8, 2025

Chicago Sports Fans React To Selection Of Pope Leo XIV

Chicago sports fans react to the selection of Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XiV, the 267th Pope of the Catholic Church.

Pedestrian.tv · May 8, 2025

Robert Prevost Becomes First US-Born Pope In History, Will Be Known As Pope Leo XIV

Robert Prevost — now known as Leo XIV — has been announced as the 267th leader of the Catholic Church, becoming the first American-born cardinal to become Pope.

Sports Illustrated · May 8, 2025

White Sox, Cubs Fans Got a Quick Answer to New Pope's Baseball Allegiance

Pope Leo XIV was born in the Windy City.

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The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

Officials plan to revamp the US air traffic control system. Here's a breakdown by the numbers

The Trump administration has announced an ambitious three-year plan to replace the nation’s aging air traffic control system

The Guardian - US · May 8, 2025

‘The pope is Peruvian’: elation in country where pontiff served as bishop

Leo XIV celebrated as second Latin American pope having spent many years in Peru’s church

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

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

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV says Catholic Church must illuminate 'dark nights of this world' in first Mass

Friday’s service comes a day after Pope Leo XIV was elected pontiff, becoming the first North American head of the Catholic Church

AAP · May 8, 2025

Catholics pray for Pope Leo's mission, Australian visit

Church leaders are confident they have a "foot in the door" to getting Pope Leo XIV to Australian shores after his sudden rise to the papacy.

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

Gaza, gay rights, abuse and Trump: How will Pope Leo XIV confront global crisis?

The world receives a message of ‘peace and justice’ from the Vatican amid global turmoil and a long shadow of abuse in the church

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

MAGA melts down over ‘WOKE MARXIST POPE’ who is a ‘Never Trumper liberal’

Laura Loomer lamented that the new pope ‘is anti-Trump, anti-MAGA, pro-open Borders, and a total Marxist like Pope Francis,’ adding that it’s ‘GROSS’ that he now leads the Catholic Church

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