While the year was marked by profound change, the new pope emphasized his intention to lead the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics in a spirit of continuity with his predecessor.

Cathleen Falsani, who covered two previous papal elections, sent a Hail Mary text from Ireland when she heard Chicago's own ...

From the passing of Pope Francis to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, 2025 emerged as a pivotal turning point for a ...

Donald Trump has implied that he was involved in the election of Pope Leo XIV, who was born in Chicago, as the new pope. The US President's claim comes despite the fact that he had no role to play in ...

The odds-makers likely had an easier time 20 years ago, when Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, long a loyal servant of Pope John Paul II and dean of the college of cardinals, stepped onto the balcony ...

Realtor Steve Budzik tells PEOPLE that the Dolton, Ill., property is “a once in a lifetime opportunity for both myself and my client” Pope Leo XIV made history as the first American-born pontiff when ...

Leo isn’t out for a fight — unlike his more pugnacious predecessor Francis — but appears likely to get one anyway.

Kukah emphasised that, unlike in African political systems, the papacy does not bring geopolitical benefits to the pope’s home country. The phrase ‘emi lokan’, meaning ‘it is my turn' in Yoruba, was ...