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‘The pope is Peruvian!’ How 2 decades in South America shaped the vision of Pope Leo XIV

In his first appearance as Pope Leo XIV on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, the man born Robert Francis Prevost spoke for 10 minutes in Italian. Then he transitioned to Spanish and, with a big grin, gave a greeting to his “beloved diocese of Chiclayo in Peru.”

The Conversation

The new pope is the internet’s biggest meme. What does that say about us?

Social media has been fun for the first time in years. But the joy of this moment is about more than just jokes

The Guardian - US

Pope Leo XIV hosts first audience with the press at the Vatican

As he addressed journalists and media workers days after he was elected, he renewed calls for peace, reminding the press to focus on reporting the truth and urged the release of imprisoned journalists

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Leo XIV Urges Release Of Jailed Journalists As Zelensky Invites To Ukraine

Pope Leo XIV called Monday for the release of jailed journalists and urged reporters against using words that fan hatred, as Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky invited him to the war-torn country.

International Business Times

Watch live: Pope Leo holds first Vatican press conference after pleading ‘no more war’

Watch live as Pope Leo holds his first Vatican press conference with international media on Monday (12 May).

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV live: Pontiff makes veiled swipe at Trump with call to ‘disarm our words’

The press conference comes after the newly elected pontiff held a Sunday mass in which he called for an end to conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza

The Independent UK

Leo XIV Gets Down To Business On First Full Week As Pope

Pope Leo XIV launches his first full week as leader of the world's Catholics on Monday, with journalists, diplomats and top Vatican officials all set to meet the newly elected pontiff.

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Pope Leo XIV’s recent predecessors at the Vatican defended migrants. Will he do the same?

Political language is sometimes used to describe the orientations of the Vatican. When the late Pope Francis defended migrants, it was suggested that he was a “left-wing” pope. Today, people are wondering whether Pope Leo XIV will adopt a “progressive” path or, on the contrary, a philosophy on immigration different…

The Conversation

‘No more war,’ Pope Leo pleads to world in first Sunday address at the Vatican

The new pontiff called for ‘authentic and lasting peace’ in Ukraine and ceasefire in Gaza

The Independent UK

From the left and right, US Catholics hope new pope fulfills their hopes

News that the global Catholic church would get its first-ever U.S.-born pope was welcomed by Catholics across the ideological spectrum in Pope Leo XIV’s homeland, raising the question of whether he might be able to ease some of the deep divisions within its ranks

The Independent UK

What is the traditional Sunday blessing that popes deliver in St. Peter’s Square?

The new pope Leo XIV is scheduled to deliver his first Sunday blessing from the loggia where he first appeared in public after being elected three days ago

The Independent UK

Leo XIV To Address Faithful With St Peter's Prayer

Pope Leo XIV will lead the Regina Coeli prayer from the balcony of St Peter's Basilica on Sunday, in his second official public appearance since becoming the leader of the Catholic Church.

International Business Times

He’s the first American Pope in history, but Leo XIV might not be able to escape the IRS

The native Chicagoan and baseball fan will likely need to get his finances in order with the IRS, like any other American, despite his new status

The Independent UK

Prince Edward to represent King Charles at Pope Leo XIV's inauguration

Prince Edward will represent King Charles at the Vatican for the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV on May 18.

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Blessed be the memes and "The New Pope"

Before we met Pope Leo XIV, shows like "The New Pope" and "The Young Pope" mythologized the Vatican to the masses

International Business Times

Leo XIV, 'Humble Servant Of God', Visits Sanctuary In First Papal Outing

Leo XIV visited an Augustinian sanctuary near Rome Saturday in his first outing since being made pope, after telling cardinals he intended to follow his predecessor's path as pontiff, praising Francis's "complete dedication to service".

The Independent UK

As cardinal, Pope Leo XIV balanced the sacramental with the personal while confirming teenagers

The announcement that an American cardinal had been elected Roman Catholic Church’s 267th pope had special meaning for a group of students at an international Catholic school in Rome

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV lays out his vision of the papacy and identifies AI as a main challenge for humanity

Pope Leo XIV has laid out the vision of his papacy, identifying artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity

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Pope Leo XIV Says Choice Of Name Reflects Social Commitment

Pope Leo XIV said Saturday he intended to follow his predecessor's path as pontiff, praising Francis's "complete dedication to service" and explaining his name choice reflected a commitment to social causes, according to the Vatican.

International Business Times

With Papacy, Leo XIV Inherits Vatican Money Troubles

Along with the spiritual leadership of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, Pope Leo XIV now inherits oversight of the Vatican's shoddy finances -- and his predecessor's efforts to clean them up.

The Independent UK

'Leo will follow Francis.' Amazon Catholics hope the new pope will protect the rain forest

For years before becoming Pope Leo XIV — as a parish priest and then bishop in Peru — Robert Prevost built ties with interfaith environmental networks and Indigenous organizations to place forest protection and rights at the center of Church concern

The Guardian - UK

Where does Pope Leo XIV stand on key issues like sexual abuse, climate and poverty?

He has been described as a peace-seeking bridge builder but he opposes female ordination and abuse survivors are wary

International Business Times

'You're Gonna Be The Pope,' Leo XIV's Brother Recalls Telling Him

Louis Prevost is still reckoning with what just happened in his family.

The Conversation

Is Pope Leo XIV liberal or conservative? Why these labels don’t work for popes

The 133 cardinal electors sequestered in the Sistine Chapel elected a new pope May 8. The choice was a surprise — Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost, who has carried out most of his ministry in Peru, before being elevated to Vatican roles by Pope Francis.

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV is a tennis player. Tsitsipas would be happy to hit some balls with him

It was fitting that when Pope Leo XIV was elected the Italian Open tennis tournament was being played just up the road from the Vatican

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