Rubio indicates Vatican is not a mediator in Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations after proposal to facilitate discussions.
During a press conference on Saturday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed gratitude for Pope Leo XIV’s offer to host peace talks regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. However, he suggested that it’s unlikely the Vatican will play a significant role in mediating a peace agreement in Eastern Europe. When questioned about whether he would address the […]
Pope Leo XIV will provide the Vatican for talks between Russia and Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, has offered to mediate between Russian and Ukrainian leaders at the Vatican in an effort to establish peace amid the ongoing conflict. This announcement comes after Russian President Putin avoided discussions in Turkey earlier this week, as noted by a senior Catholic official on Friday. The Pope “is […]
A collection of images showing Pope Leo XIV’s journey to the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV Announced as New Pope on May 8, 2025 On May 12, 2025, it was officially announced that Robert Francis Prevost has become Pope Leo XIV. The announcement came shortly after his election was confirmed by the Vatican. The new pope, who has roots in Dalton, Illinois, is known for his engaging demeanor […]
Pope Leo XIV leads inaugural ‘Regina Caeli’ prayer at Vatican
Pope Leo XIV held his inaugural “Regina Caeli” prayer at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican on Sunday. This was just hours after he visited the tomb of his predecessor, Pope Francis. During his address, he expressed a hopeful sentiment about his role, stating, “I came here on these first days of the new ministry […]
Will the IRS impose taxes on Pope Leo XIV’s Vatican residence?
What happens when the tax man comes for the Pope? With the election of Prevart F. Prevast of Chicago as Pope Leo XIV, America now has its first Pope, and Chicagoans can claim a stake in the Vatican. While Catholics across the globe ponder spiritual matters, tax lawyers are focused on a different question. Will […]
Harry Styles unexpectedly shows up at the Vatican to greet the new Pope Leo XIV.
Harry Styles caught fans off guard during a momentous occasion in St. Peter’s Square, where a large crowd gathered to witness the election of the first American Pope at the Vatican. On Thursday night, white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signaling that the College of Cardinals had chosen a successor to Pope Francis, […]
Cardinals Reassemble at Vatican to Vote on New Pope Again
Questions lingered as the Cardinals convened in the Sistine Chapel on a notable Thursday, embarking on the crucial process of selecting a new pope. According to reports, a plume of black smoke emerged on Wednesday, marking the conclusion of the Conclave’s initial vote for a successor to the late Pope Francis. The 133 Roman Catholic […]
What do the colors of the robes signify at the Vatican conclave?
(Nexstar) – During the last mass at the Vatican on Wednesday, before the secret conclave officially commenced, there was a notable display of red and purple robes at St. Peter’s Cathedral. The choices in attire were far from arbitrary; each robe carries its own significance. The red robe is donned by all 133 Cardinals who […]
Black smoke indicates that the first day of the Vatican conclave did not result in the election of a new pope.
A plume of black smoke rose from the chimney over the Sistine Chapel, signaling that the 133 cardinals present couldn’t elect a new Pope on the first day of the Conclave. The initial voting began around 5:45 PM local time, following a solemn procession to the Chapel and the cardinals taking their oaths in secrecy. […]
Conclave in the Vatican to select a new pope as the world anticipates white smoke
The process of selecting a new Pope will kick off on Wednesday, as the Cardinals move into a secluded conclave. This ritual has deep roots, tracing back to medieval traditions. They will enter the Sistine Chapel after a public mass at St. Peter’s Cathedral, aiming to find a successor for Pope Francis, who died last […]