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The story of Pope Leo’s ‘landmark’ text on AI technology – by a member of its launch panel

For the last few years, I’ve been seconded to assist the Catholic Church’s unprecedented global grassroots listening initiative. Just as that process drew to a close, I received a surprise request: would I help Pope Leo XIV launch his first social encyclical, focused on what it means to be human…

The Conversation

The Vatican Weighs In on UFO Discussion as UAP Disclosure Debate Continues to Escalate

The Vatican's involvement in UFO discussions marks a cultural shift, as Father Richard D'Souza emphasises the importance of scientific scepticism and faith in understanding unexplained phenomena.

International Business Times UK

Tickets Now on Sale For One of the Year's Standout Cultural Events

SYDNEY, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sistine Chapel: Revelations – An Immersive Exhibition opens for a limited season from May 16 to July 19 at St Mary's Cathedral, offering a rare opportunity to step inside one of the world's greatest artistic achievements. Created in collaboration with the Vatican and the…

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Pope Leo XIV warns that AI must be “disarmed” and cites Gandalf from LOTR to make his point

Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical shares lengthy passages that provide warnings about the use of AI and mentions a powerful line from a famous fictional character.

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JD Vance Silently Rebels Over Trump AI Image Comparing Himself to Jesus Christ as Religious Backlash Explodes

JD Vance declined to draw parallels between Donald Trump and Jesus Christ in a new NBC News interview, as the president's AI-generated messianic Truth Social post triggers rare and widespread backlash from conservatives and Christians alike.

International Business Times UK

Pope Leo XIV meets Pedro Sánchez at the Vatican ahead of Spain visit

Pope Leo XIV received Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in a private audience at the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City on 27 May, as preparations continue for the pontiff’s planned visit to Spain in June.

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The Pope's 'AI encyclical' says a lot. Yet critics say it misses AI's most pressing challenges

The Pope's AI encyclical wants AI to serve humanity, not disempower it. Achieving that vision will be tough.

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The Pope just warned AI could create ‘new forms of dehumanization’ — and his message feels aimed straight at Big Tech

In a new document focused on AI, ethics, and the growing power of tech companies, the Pope warned that artificial intelligence could lead to “new forms of dehumanization” if control of the technology remains in the hands of “the few”.

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Magnifica Humanitas: What Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical says about AI, jobs, power and Big Tech

Pope Leo XIV has released Magnifica Humanitas, an encyclical on artificial intelligence. The document warns about concentrated AI power, job losses, and autonomous weapons. It calls for robust regulations and responsible development to ensure AI benefits humanity and avoids deepening inequality.

The Economic Times

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity

Pope Leo XIV's encyclical, "Magnifica Humanitas," urges robust AI regulation and ethical development for humanity's good, not profit. He warned against AI in warfare and the concentration of power, calling for external oversight and a slowdown in development to prioritize human dignity and the common good.

The Economic Times

Vatican Slavery Apology From Pope Leo XIV Acknowledges Historic Complicity

Pope Leo XIV apologises for the Holy See's role in legitimising slavery, exposing the Vatican's centuries‑long silence and unresolved questions over historic papal decrees.

International Business Times UK

With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change

Pope Leo XIV has released a new document, "Magnifica Humanitas," calling for global leaders to regulate artificial intelligence. This marks the latest in a long tradition of papal calls for social justice. The Pope warns that AI could spread misinformation and lead to conflict. His message emphasizes the need for…

The Economic Times

Pope Leo delivered a landmark apology over the slave trade. Here’s why

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Pope Leo XIV vs Donald Trump: Vatican Sparks Fury By Ordering Blind De-Regulation Of AI To Halt

Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, calls for strict regulation of artificial intelligence and pointedly challenges Donald Trump's drive to deregulate the sector.

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Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV has made a historic apology for the role the Holy See played in legitimizing slavery

The Times of India

Pope Leo takes big shot at Trump over Iran war; calls for ‘disarming’ of AI

Pope Leo XIV called for the “disarming” of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. He warned that the rapidly expanding technology risks fuelling warfare, exploitation and “new forms of slavery” unless it is placed firmly under human control.

Bangkok Post

Pope urges 'disarming' of artificial intelligence in major manifesto

VATICAN CITY - Pope Leo XIV called on Monday for the "disarming" of artificial intelligence in his long-awaited manifesto on the rapidly developing technology, and warned of "new forms of slavery" behind its rise.

The Independent UK

Pope Leo issues historic apology for Vatican’s own role in legitimising slavery

Pope Leo XIV’s apology marks the first public acknowledgement of the role the Holy See played in the slave trade

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Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity

Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit

The Independent UK

Pope Leo warns AI risks accelerating war and threatens humanity in landmark manifesto

Pope Leo XIV called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical Magnifica Humanitas

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Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Holy See's own role in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV has made a historic apology for the role the Holy See itself played in legitimizing slavery

France 24

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'robust' regulation of AI in sweeping manifesto

Pope Leo XIV on Monday published his long-awaited manifesto on artificial intelligence outlining the Catholic Church’s response to the technology’s ethical and social challenges. The US-born pontiff presented the eagerly awaited “Magnifica Humanitas” encyclical at the Vatican alongside senior Church officials and leading AI experts after having announced upon his…

Evening Standard

Irish premier arrives at Vatican for meeting with the Pope

Mr Martin and his wife Mary were greeted in the San Damaso Courtyard on Friday morning by Prefect of the Papal Household Petar Rajic.

International Business Times UK

Rome's 'Sexy Priest' Calendar's Hidden Secret: Photoshoots Shows Not All Are Priests, Some Are Just Models

The 'sexy priest' calendar, a popular Vatican souvenir featuring models dressed as priests, has sparked debate over its artistic intent and marketing despite no Vatican involvement.

The Independent UK

Hot priest scandal: Star of Rome’s infamous calendar reveals truth after fakery claims

Officially named Calendario Romano, each edition showcases 12 black-and-white portraits of men, mostly in clerical attire

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