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Vatican City Explained: History, Wealth, and How It Became The Smallest Country in the World

The Vatican is the world's smallest country, ruled by the Pope, with its own laws, bank, and army. Formed in 1929, it holds billions in assets and global influence far beyond its tiny size.

International Business Times UK

Chicago reacts to hometown Pope Leo: ‘Like the Cubs winning the World Series’

Residents – Catholic and non-Catholic – celebrate a ‘moment of joy’ as native son Robert Prevost becomes new pontiff

The Guardian - US

‘Peace be with all of you’: how Pope Leo XIV embodies a living dialogue between tradition and modernity

When Robert Francis Prevost appeared on the loggia of St Peter’s Basilica as Pope Leo XIV, he set three precedents.

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‘Leone!’ Vatican crowds hail Leo XIV as new pope of the Catholic Church

Experts say Pope Leo is likely to carry forward the legacy of his predecessor Francis, while forging his own path.

Al Jazeera

Australian Catholics welcome ‘approachable’ new pope in hope he will pursue peace

Leo XIV is a fan of Tim Tams but not Vegemite, one church leader says, and is ‘humble’ and ‘gentle’

The Guardian - AU

Pope Leo XIV and Immigration

The first American pope has a history of advocating for migrants' rights.

Reason

Pope Leo XIV: Soft-spoken American Spent Decades Amid Poor In Peru

Robert Francis Prevost, the first pope from the United States, has a history of missionary work in Peru but his powerful role within the Roman Curia has also given him a keen grasp of the inner workings of the Church.

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Pope Leo XIV says Catholic Church must illuminate 'dark nights of this world' in first Mass

Friday’s service comes a day after Pope Leo XIV was elected pontiff, becoming the first North American head of the Catholic Church

Evening Standard

Catholics pray for Pope Leo's mission, Australian visit

Church leaders are confident they have a "foot in the door" to getting Pope Leo XIV to Australian shores after his sudden rise to the papacy.

AAP

Gaza, gay rights, abuse and Trump: How will Pope Leo XIV confront global crisis?

The world receives a message of ‘peace and justice’ from the Vatican amid global turmoil and a long shadow of abuse in the church

The Independent UK

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

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

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

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.

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The Independent UK

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 Conversation

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.

International Business Times UK

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.

Evening Standard

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

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Radio France Internationale

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.

International Business Times UK

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

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.

Evening Standard

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.

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

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The Independent UK

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

Euronews

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.

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