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The Catholic Church, also known as the Roman Catholic Church, is the largest Christian church, with 1.27 to 1.41 billion baptized Catholics worldwide as of 2025. It is among the world's oldest and largest international institutions and has played a prominent role in the history and development of Western civilization. The church consists of 24 sui iuris (autonomous) churches, including the Latin Church and 23 Eastern Catholic Churches, which comprise almost 3,500 dioceses and eparchies around the world, each overseen by one or more bishops. The pope, who is the bishop of Rome, is the chief pastor of the church.

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Why Usha Vance Wore Mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration\|Controversy Behind Traditional Headscarf Usha Vance’s decision to wear a traditional mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows worldwide. Why did the Second Lady choose to honor the Catholic.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:31Published 2 days ago

Vatican BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV Receives Fisherman's Ring And Pallium In Solemn Vatican Ceremony Pope Leo XIV was officially vested with the pallium and the Fisherman’s Ring during his inauguration Mass in St. Peter’s Square, marking the formal start of his papacy. These ancient symbols of.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:28Published 2 days ago

French PM Bayrou denies covering up Catholic school abuse scandal during parliamentary hearing French PM Bayrou denies covering up Catholic school abuse scandal during parliamentary hearing French Prime Minister François Bayrou faced a high-stakes parliamentary hearing on Wednesday evening,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published 6 days ago

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV faces expectations to bridge divisions in the Catholic Church Newly elected Pope Leo XIV faces expectations to bridge divisions in the Catholic Church The new supreme pontiff, elected less than a week ago, is expected by some to continue Pope Francis' legacy,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:03Published 1 week ago

Starmer: I look forward to working with Pope Leo XIV Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says he "welcomes" the new Pope and looks forward to working with him, after Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected as the first US-born pontiff and leader of the Catholic.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:14Published 2 weeks ago

World Leaders from US to Ukraine REACT to Robert Prevost, First American Pope, as Leo XIV \| WATCH Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has made history as the first American-born Pope, taking the name Leo XIV. World leaders from the U.S. to Ukraine are reacting with admiration, optimism, and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:15Published 2 weeks ago

ON CAMERA: President Donald Trump Reacts to Historic Election of First American Pope, Robert Prevost The Vatican has elected Robert Prevost as the new Pope, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church. In a swift reaction, former U.S. President Donald.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published 2 weeks ago

Who is Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, elected Pope Leo XIV? Who is Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, elected Pope Leo XIV? Prevost is the first US citizen to hold the position of head of the Roman Catholic Church and in the run-up to the conclave, was not.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:17Published 2 weeks ago

Pope Leo XIV addresses Vatican crowd as new leader of the Catholic Church Pope Leo XIV addresses Vatican crowd as new leader of the Catholic Church Cardinals from around the world have elected the next pontiff, following the late Pope Francis' passing on 21 April. Follow.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published 2 weeks ago

A New Pope is Elected After Catholic Cardinals Reportedly Consulted 'Conclave' Film Before Vote \| THR News Video Before Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected as the new Pope, Catholic cardinals reportedly consulted the 2024 film 'Conclave' ahead of the conclave to find Pope Francis' successor. According to.. Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 01:33Published 2 weeks ago

'Building bridges': Polyglot, diplomat Pope Leo XIV speaks language of majority of world's Catholics Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 10:50Published 2 weeks ago

'Peace be with you all,' says Pope Leo XIV in first public address since conclave election 'Peace be with you all,' says Pope Leo XIV in first public address since conclave election Prevost is the first US citizen to hold the position of head of the Roman Catholic Church and in the run-up.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published 2 weeks ago

Moment When White Smoke Rose From Sistine Chapel, Crowd Roars as Cardinals Elect New Pope A historic moment unfolded in Vatican City as white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new pope. On only the first full day of voting, the 133 cardinal electors made.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:22Published 2 weeks ago

‘No Pope Yet’ Black Smoke Rises As Vatican Conclave Fails To Elect New Pope On First Day Of Voting Black smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Wednesday night, signaling no pope was elected in the first vote of the Vatican conclave. Over 45,000 gathered in St. Peter’s Square hoping for.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:15Published 2 weeks ago

Cardinals From Around the World Gather for Final Mass Before Historic Conclave to Choose New Pope As the world watches, 133 cardinals from around the globe arrive at St. Peter's Basilica for a powerful and historic moment—the final public mass before the conclave to elect the next pope. Presided.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:09Published 2 weeks ago

Cardinal electors to start centuries-old ritual to pick new pope later on Wednesday Cardinal electors to start centuries-old ritual to pick new pope later on Wednesday 133 cardinals from 70 countries will be isolated from the outside world, opening the most geographically diverse.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

Papal Race Begins: Meet Cardinals Leading the Race to Become Next Pope \| Vatican Conclave Kicks Off As the Vatican’s historic conclave begins, 133 cardinals from 70 nations have assembled under the gaze of the Sistine Chapel to elect the next pope — a decision that will shape the future of the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:49Published 2 weeks ago

Trump Laughs Off AI Pope Image — 'My Wife Thought It Was Cute!' Catholics Love It, But...Who Posted? President Donald Trump addresses the viral AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope, saying he has "no idea" where it came from. Although Trump initially posted the image to his Truth Social.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 01:53Published 2 weeks ago

Cardinals Confront SHOCKING Church Crises As Conclave Nears To Elect Next Pope After Francis Just days before the conclave to elect the next pope, cardinals are confronting deep-rooted issues—ranging from clerical abuse scandals and financial instability to the growing need for unity and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:12Published 2 weeks ago

Preparations Underway For Historic 2025 Papal Conclave As 133 Cardinals Ready To Elect Next Pope The 2025 papal conclave will be the largest in Catholic Church history, with 133 cardinals set to elect the successor to Pope Francis. Surpassing the previous record of 115 electors in 2013, this.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published 2 weeks ago

Trump Sparks Outrage With AI Pope Image After Joking He Wants To Succeed Francis \| Papal Conclave Donald Trump is facing intense backlash after sharing an AI-generated image of himself in papal robes, just days after Pope Francis’ death. Trump had recently joked about wanting to become the next.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published 2 weeks ago

Papal Conclave: Macron Accused of Meddling in Papal Conclave to Push French Cardinal for Next Pope? French President Emmanuel Macron is under scrutiny for allegedly trying to sway the upcoming papal conclave in favor of French cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline. Conservative Italian outlets claim Macron met.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:27Published 2 weeks ago

Vatican Prepares for May 7 Conclave\| Vatican Firefighters Install Sistine Chapel Chimney As the Vatican prepares for the May 7 conclave to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis, a major milestone was reached with the installation of the Sistine Chapel chimney. Vatican.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:26Published 3 weeks ago

Vatican Conclave: Cardinal Becciu Quits Papal Vote Amid Controversy, 135 Cardinal to Elect New Pope Cardinal Angelo Becciu has officially withdrawn from the May 7 papal conclave under intense legal and ethical scrutiny. Once a top Vatican official, Becciu was convicted of embezzlement and now steps.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:15Published 3 weeks ago

Pope Francis laid to rest at a papal basilica in Rome Pope Francis laid to rest at a papal basilica in Rome Tens of thousands of people and more than 100 delegations have come together to pay respects to the late leader of the Catholic Church, who will.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:32Published 3 weeks ago

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Pope Leo XIV Played Wordle, Watched 'Conclave' Before Being Selected As First U.S. Pope Robert Prevost is just like the rest of us -- he played Wordle with his brother and watched the movie "Conclave" before becoming the first American to be voted leader of the Catholic Church and taking.. TMZ.com - Published 2 weeks ago
New Pope Leo XIV Is First American in History to Become Pontiff The world just got the first look at the new Holy Father, and he's making history in another way as well ... because the leader of the Catholic Church is the first American to become the Pontiff... TMZ.com - Published 2 weeks ago

Who is Pope Leo XIV? American Robert Prevost announced as leader of Catholic Church The Vatican has announced the first ever American leader of the Catholic Church - Robert Prevost, who will be known as Pope Leo XIV. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
Cardinals Elect New Pope to Lead Catholic Church White smoke is pouring out the chimney of the Sistine Chapel ... so, the world officially has a new pope. The smoke began coming out just moments ago ... and, the bells of the chapel have been rung --.. TMZ.com - Published 2 weeks ago
How does the new Pope compare to his predecessors? The Catholic Church now has its newest pope, after Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected the 267th pontiff, becoming Pope Leo XIV. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago

The factors facing the conclave as it chooses the next pope The cardinals entering the conclave believe they will be guided by the Holy Spirit in deciding who to choose as the next leader of the Catholic Church. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
Conclave writer says women priests will be 'big issue' for new pope The writer of Conclave has said he believes the role of women in the Catholic Church will be a "big issue" for the next pope. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
Donald Trump Says He'd Like to Be the Next Pope Donald Trump's endorsing a controversial public figure to become the next head of the Catholic Church -- himself! The President of the United States was asked Tuesday who he thinks should ascend to the.. TMZ.com - Published 3 weeks ago
What Sky News correspondents witnessed at the Pope's funeral Hundreds of thousands of Catholics descended on Vatican City for Pope Francis's funeral on Saturday. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago

Pope Francis phoned Gaza's only Catholic church 'every day' - as priest reveals details of last call Christians from Gaza's only Catholic church have paid tribute to Pope Francis who called them "every day" during the Israel-Hamas war. Sky News - Published on April 21, 2025
How Pope Francis navigated issues from climate change to gay rights Pope Francis was elected in 2013 as an unexpected choice - but with a mandate to reform the Catholic church. Sky News - Published on April 21, 2025
Pope Francis Dead at 88 Pope Francis -- the 266th pope in the Catholic Church's history -- has died ... the Vatican confirms. "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire.. TMZ.com - Published on April 21, 2025	A pope of firsts, Francis was an outspoken champion of the deprived - but left some feeling betrayed His arrival as pontiff heralded a new kind of leadership for the Catholic Church. Sky News - Published on April 21, 2025
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'Choose the lesser evil' in US election, says Pope as he criticises Harris and Trump The Pope has told American Catholics to "choose the lesser evil" as he criticised both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Sky News - Published on September 14, 2024	Pope Francis' Homophobic Slur No Big Deal, Says Openly Gay UK Priest Pope Francis' homophobic slur is being dismissed as no big deal, especially considering most seminaries are mostly made up of gay dudes ... so claims one priest anyway. Father James Alison -- a.. TMZ.com - Published on May 28, 2024
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Pope Francis Fires Texas' Bishop Strickland Over Constant Criticism A conservative Texas-based bishop got the boot by Catholicism's top dog after constantly criticizing him as too liberal ... and after refusing to resign when asked. Pope Francis announced Saturday that.. TMZ.com - Published on November 11, 2023	Liverpool forward Diaz's father freed by Colombian guerrillas The father of the Liverpool footballer was handed over to UN and Catholic Church officials. BBC Sport - Published on November 9, 2023
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Pope updates Catholic Church rules for dealing with sexual abuse The Pope has updated the church's rules for dealing with sexual abuse, expanding its scope to include lay Catholic leaders and spelling out that both minors and adults can be victims. Sky News - Published on March 25, 2023