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Will Pope Leo XIV accept LGBTQ+ people as Francis did? Here's why advocates have hope.
While heartened by the new pope's commitment to social justice, advocates say it's unclear whether Leo will continue Francis' ...
Pope Leo XIV outlines his vision for the papacy, vows to continue late Pope Francis' work
Pope Leo XIV identified artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity during his first formal ...
Pope Leo Seeks to Balance Francis’ Inclusive Approach With Tradition
The U.S.-born pope has signaled he will continue his predecessor’s work, but shows deference to tradition, too.
LGBTQ Catholics hope Pope Leo XIV continues Francis' legacy of acceptance
Pope Francis opened the door to the LGBTQ faithful, and they are hoping the new pontiff continues to move the Catholic Church ...
Pope Leo XIV’s election: Pope Francis, like Warren Buffett, mastered the art of succession
Politicians, corporate leaders and owners of family businesses should take a leaf out of the late pope’s playbook ...
Pope Leo XIV’s brother scorches trans people, female politicians and anti-Trump Democrats online
The 73-year-old Florida man appears to be a staunch Trump supporter who uses his Facebook account to go on the attack.
Pope Leo XIV will ‘complete and complement [the U.S.] political agenda’: Cardinal Cupich
On "This Week," Cardinal Cupich said Pope Leo XIV may call for changes to the United States immigration system.
PHOTO COLLECTION: Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost
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Pope Leo XIV urges release of imprisoned journalists, affirms gift of free speech and press
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV on Monday called for the release of imprisoned journalists and affirmed the “precious gift ...