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Pope, Leo XIV and Francis

The Washington Post on MSN · 3h

Pope Leo’s debut: ‘Clear connections’ to Francis, but ‘he’s his own man’

As much as Leo he has echoed Francis, the first American pope is fast emerging as his own man. VATICAN CITY — As he has done in every major appearance since being named pope, Leo XIV invoked the name of his predecessor before a massive throng of 150,000 during his first Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Square.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Pope Leo Visits Pope Francis' Tomb and Marian Shrine on First Trip Outside Vatican

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) -Pope Leo XIV took his first trip outside the Vatican on Saturday, heading about an hour's drive east of Rome for a visit to a Catholic shrine and stopping on the way back to pay respects at the tomb of his predecessor Francis.

Associated Press News · 21h

Pope Leo XIV prays at Francis’ tomb in Saint Mary Major Basilica

Pope Leo XIV prayed at Francis' tomb in St. Mary Major Basilica on Saturday as he made his way back to the Vatican after his first outing since being elected.

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Pope Leo XIV live updates: Pope Leo prays at Francis' tomb on way back to Vatican

Pope Leo XIV made his first trip outside Rome since being elected as leader of the Catholic Church. The pope was driven to ...

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Vatican goes viral: TikTokers fascinated by pope election

The ritual for electing a new pope took social media by storm this week as content creators reacted to the ancient tradition ...

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Cardinals mull Pope Francis' replacement as Vatican preps for conclave, fireworks expert tests "holy smoke"

As a fireworks expert tests the Vatican's contemporary system for "holy smoke," Catholic cardinals mull their divergent ...

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Papal conclave live updates: Cardinals gather at Vatican to elect next pope

Catholic cardinals are gathering at the Vatican to elect the successor to Pope Francis, who died on April 21. Voting will ...

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Pope Francis-era deal with Chinese Communist Party again under scrutiny as Pope Leo takes the reins

Pope Leo XIV will face many challenges in his time as leader of the Catholic Church, including how to counter Chinese ...

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Francis II? What Papal Name Might the Next Pope Pick?

Whether it is Francis II, Leo XIV, or a never-before-used name, a new pope's chosen name sends an early signal about his ...

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No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel’s chimney

Cardinals failed again Thursday morning to find a successor to Pope Francis, sending black smoke billowing up through the ...

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Vatican finances in flux as pope's wealth and successor eyed

The Pope does not receive a regular salary like other employees or officials. Instead, the Vatican covers his needs, ...

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