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Who Is Pope Leo XIV? 20 Fascinating Facts About the Pro-Women, Pro-Immigrant Latin America Advocate

Cardinal Robert Provost, elected as the first American pope, was a close friend of Pope Francis, lived in Latin America for many years, and is an advocate for women and migrants, among other things you should know about him.

Latin Times · May 8, 2025

The world reacts to selection of Pope Leo XIV with excitement, hope

Leaders from around the globe offer warm congratulations to Cardinal Robert Prevost, the first pope from the US.

Al Jazeera · May 8, 2025

World leaders congratulate new Pope Leo XIV

Messages quickly came in from US president Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

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Cardinals Elect First American Pope As Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Leo XIV

Robert Francis Prevost became Pope Leo XIV on Thursday after cardinals from around the globe chose him as the first American leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.

International Business Times · May 8, 2025

Who is Leo XIV, the new Pope chosen by cardinals to lead the Catholic Church?

Pope Leo has made history as the Church’s first American pontiff.

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV faces limits on changing the Catholic Church − but Francis made reforms that set the stage for larger changes

Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States has been picked to be the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church; he will be known as Pope Leo XIV.

The Conversation · May 8, 2025

First American Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace, Unity and Dialogue: 'Christ Goes Before Us'

Newly elected Pope Robert Prevost called for peace, unity, and bridge-building in his first address, honouring Pope Francis and urging the Church to walk together in faith and love.

International Business Times UK · May 8, 2025

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Cardinals watched Ralph Fiennes Oscar-winning Conclave for tips on choosing next pope

The Oscar-winning drama is said to have been used as an unofficial guide by Rome clergy to elect the new pontiff

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

Robert Francis Prevost elected first American pope, takes name Leo XIV

Cardinals from across the globe elected Robert Francis Prevost as the 267th pope, making him the first pontiff from the United States. He has taken the name Pope Leo XIV.

Radio France Internationale · May 8, 2025

Quick Facts About First Augustinian Pope, Leo XIV: Who Are The Augustinians and What Do They Believe

Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago-born missionary and member of the Augustinian order, is elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first Augustinian pontiff and signalling a new chapter for the Catholic Church.

International Business Times UK · May 8, 2025

Quick Facts About Pope Leo XIV: Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost is First American Pope

Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American and North American pontiff in Catholic Church history.

International Business Times UK · May 8, 2025

New Pope Leo makes first public appearance to jubilant scenes in Rome

The secret conclave meeting – steeped in tradition and mystery – had only just begun some 24 hours before white smoke appeared.

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

“Habemus Papam”: White Smoke Signals New Pope Has Been Chosen, Chicago-born Robert Prevost

"Habemus Papam."

Bored Panda · May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV elected first-ever US pontiff in historic conclave vote

Chicago native selected after four rounds of voting by cardinals across two days

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

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Euronews · May 8, 2025

Middle East and North Africa's Catholics believe new pope will be crucial to Church's future

As cardinals meet to elect a new pontiff, Euronews spoke to senior Catholic figures from the region as they reflected on the late Pope Francis and pondered what is next for the Church.

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV: Why do Pope's change their names when elected?

It is said the chosen name of a pontiff can be the ‘first indication of what the direction of the papacy might be’.

Euronews · May 8, 2025

Why local assemblies of bishops could revolutionise the conclave

The synod-based transformation of the church that will influence the conclave could become a test of the integrity of 21st century Catholicism.

International Business Times UK · May 8, 2025

Is It Moral For Catholics To Bet On Who The Next Pope Will Be?

Millions are now being wagered online on who will be the next Pope, extending the reach of digital betting to the traditionally secretive papal conclave.

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International Business Times · May 8, 2025

Filipino Pope Could Revive Priestly Vocations In Catholic Bastion

As cardinals gather in the Vatican to elect a new pope -- with a Filipino among the favourites -- the church in Asia's most Catholic country is grappling with a decline in those with a vocation for the priesthood.

International Business Times · May 8, 2025

All Eyes On Sistine Chapel Chimney As Conclave Enters Day Two

Anticipation gripped the Catholic world Thursday as the cardinals tasked with choosing a new pope prepared to retreat behind the heavy doors of the Vatican's Sistine Chapel for their second day of voting.

Al Jazeera · May 7, 2025

Black smoke as Vatican conclave fails to elect new pope on first ballot

Tens of thousands of people gathered in Vatican City’s St Peter’s Square as cardinals voted in first ballot.

The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

Conclave to elect new pope begins with prayer – and oaths of secrecy

After a day of ceremony and centuries-old ritual, the 133 cardinal electors have begun voting on who should succeed Pope Francis as head of the Catholic Church

The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

Black smoke confirms no pope elected in first conclave voting round

The secret meeting to elect a new pontiff began on Wednesday afternoon.

Evening Standard · May 7, 2025

Black smoke from Sistine Chapel chimney confirms no pope elected in first conclave vote

Cardinals to return to Sistine Chapel on Thursday to continue secret meeting to elect new pontiff

The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

Black smoke seen over Sistine Chapel after first vote for Pope undecided

More than 100 cardinals have gathered for a secret vote on who will succeed the late Pope Francis

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