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Harry Styles fans go wild as pop star spotted among Vatican crowds celebrating the new pope

British musician turned up as crowds rejoiced over the election of Pope Leo XIV

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Pope Leo XIV could bring big change to the Catholic Church – here’s how Francis set the stage

Francis had begun making several reforms during his papacy – Leo could take things even further

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

The Vatican’s messy finances: Will Pope Leo XIV be able to clean up?

The late Pope Francis sought to battle corruption, but his successor faces the even harder task of balancing the books.

Al Jazeera · May 9, 2025

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 · 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’s name choice ‘signals he will continue work of Francis’

Pope Leo will have the challenge of following in the footsteps of the late Francis, whose popularity saw him dubbed ‘the people’s pope’.

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV: Soft-spoken American Spent Decades Amid Poor In Peru

Robert Francis Prevost, the first pope from the United States, has a history of missionary work in Peru but his powerful role within the Roman Curia has also given him a keen grasp of the inner workings of the Church.

International Business Times · 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

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

New Pope Fuels Trisha Paytas Fans' Theory After Being Confirmed on Her Birthday, Being From Her Home State: 'It's Getting Ridiculous'

Trisha Paytas' fans are officially convinced she is giving birth to the reincarnation of Pope Francis after the Vatican announced its new leader.

Latin Times · 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