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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

The Guardian - UK

'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.

International Business Times

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.

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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

The Independent UK

Advocates press for accounting of sex-abuse cases in new pope's past jurisdictions

The new pope, Leo XIV, has something in common with many of his peers in the Catholic hierarchy

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV watched Conclave movie to prepare, brother says

In a new interview, the new pope’s brother reveals he ‘knew how to behave’ because he had seen the 2024 hit thriller

The Guardian - US

Clergy molestation survivors concerned and insulted by election of Pope Leo XIV

Pope faced questions about his handling of clerical sexual abuse cases earlier in his career after a survivors group filed a complaint

The Guardian - US

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How an excise officer kept up their spirits

Brief letters: Drinking customs | Accordion crimes | Trump and the Vatican | Feeling old | Yorkshire caviar

The Guardian - UK

With great responsibility comes a sizable paycheck—Pope Leo XIV can earn $33,000 a month

The first American pope could earn just as much as a U.S. president, but he’ll also enjoy a gilded palace complete with free food—and eventually a $3,300 a month retirement.

Fortune

Pope Leo XIV 'accused of mishandling sexual abuse allegations against priests in churches'

Campaigners have called on the Vatican to ‘conduct a thorough investigation’ into Robert Prevost’s handling of the claims

Evening Standard

From pulpit to pitch: Pope Francis used sport to get his message to a wider world − that could continue with baseball-loving Leo XIV

The world of sport is “a constellation of many stars,” Pope Francis told La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Italian daily sports newspaper, during a wide-ranging interview in January 2021.

The Conversation

Jimmy Kimmel on the first US pope: ‘The pope-mobile is now a Ford F-250 with truck nuts’

Late-night hosts discuss the election of the new pope, Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago, now Leo XIV

The Guardian - US

Pope Francis was a passionate climate advocate. Will Pope Leo XIV continue his legacy?

Experts say that Robert Francis Prevost aligns closely with Pope Francis’ environmental priorities. Here’s what we know so far.

Euronews

Pope Leo accused of failing to properly investigate allegations of child sexual abuse in his church

Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests says it made the Vatican aware of Robert Prevost’s reported inaction on allegations of sexual assault against children by priests in his church while he was a cardinal

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International Business Times

Tennis, Twitter And Marinated Fish: Things To Know About Pope Leo

When Pope Leo XIV walked out onto the balcony of St Peter's Basilica, few among the crowd gathered below had much of an idea of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost the man.

International Business Times

Leo XIV Says Church Must Fight 'Lack Of Faith' In First Mass As Pope

In today's world, Leo warned in his homily to assembled cardinals, there are places or situations where "it is not easy to preach the Gospel and bear witness to its truth, where believers are mocked, opposed, despised or at best tolerated and pitied".

Latin Times

Pope Leo XIV May Be the First American Pope, but He's Not a Trump Fan: 'Do You Not See the Suffering?'

Pope Leo XIV, the first US pontiff, has a history of blasting Trump's immigration policies. Discover how his bold stance could shake up US-Vatican ties.

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25 Of The Most Hilarious Memes About The New Pope

Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV has been elected—and the internet did what it does best: flood the timeline with memes, jokes, and nonstop Photoshops.

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The Guardian - US

An American has become pope. Will he be the moral leader we desperately need?

Pope Francis spoke for the most vulnerable, from Palestinians in Gaza to immigrants in the US. Let’s hope that Leo will follow in his footsteps

The Independent UK

Pope Leo watched Conclave movie and played Wordle before being elected new pontiff, brother reveals

Siblings in the US describe ‘moment of disbelief’ when their brother was revealed as new head of the Catholic Church

International Business Times UK

First American Pope Leo XIV is Not a Fan of Trump's Administration: 'Do You Not See the Suffering?'

Pope Leo XIV, the first US pontiff, has a history of blasting Trump's immigration policies. Discover how his bold stance could shake up US-Vatican ties.

Radio France Internationale

American Pope Leo XIV to celebrate first mass after historic election

Pope Leo XIV will on Friday celebrate his first mass as Pope after his election as the first man from North America to lead the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.

Evening Standard

Harry Styles leaves fans stunned as he's spotted at Pope’s first address at the Vatican

The singer was spotted at St. Peter’s Square among the crowd as the newly elected pope delivered his first address

The Independent UK

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

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

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