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Pope Leo XIV Arrives at Castel Gandolfo for First Summer Retreat in a Decade

His move into a refurbished villa with a new tennis court underscores a blend of rest with ongoing liturgical duties

Pope Leo XIV Launches American-Style Drive to Close €50–60 Million Vatican Deficit

Pope Leo XIV Faces Renewed Scrutiny After Dissolution of Abusive Catholic Society

Pope Leo XIV Appoints Michael Pham as San Diego’s First Vietnamese American Bishop

Cardinal Zuppi Reflects on Papal Election with Humor and Humility

Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace and Unity in First Address as Pontiff

Papal Conclave Begins with Cardinal Marengo Among Youngest Electors

Vatican Prepares for Conclave as Cardinals Set to Elect Pope Francis' Successor

Pope Francis Dies at 88, Cardinal You Reflects on His Legacy and Korean Outreach

Pope Francis Visits Prison as He Continues Recovery During Holy Week

Pope Francis Resumes Holy Thursday Tradition with Regina Coeli Prison Visit

Pope Francis Makes Surprise Palm Sunday Appearance Amid Recovery

Pope Francis Shows Progress with Spontaneous Outings During Pneumonia Recovery

Pope Francis Makes Unplanned Appearance in Casual Attire at St. Peter's Basilica

Pope Francis Makes Unannounced Public Appearance at St. Peter's Square

Pope Francis Addresses Faithful with First Audio Message Since Hospitalization

Pope Francis Faces Health Setbacks Amid Ongoing Hospitalization

Pope Francis in Critical Condition as Global Prayers Continue

Pope Francis in Critical Condition Following Severe Health Complications

Paris Mosque Rector Proposes Interfaith Event to Pope Francis