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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Pope León XIV, First U.S.-Born Pontiff

Elected after four ballots, León XIV emphasizes unity, peace, and continuity with Pope Francis’s pastoral legacy.

Cardinals Begin Conclave to Elect the 267th Pope in Vatican City

Pope Francis Dies at 88; Funeral Set for Saturday in St. Peter’s Square