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  AI major concern for humanity, says Pope Leo XIV in his vision for papacy

  Technology | May 10, 2025 19:57 IST

  Pope Leo XIV addressed the cardinals who elected him during his first formal audience. He stated that AI presents challenges to the defense of human dignity, justice, and labour.

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  Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost elected as 267th Pope, appears on the balcony of St Peter's Basilica

  World | May 09, 2025 0:36 IST

  Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new Pope. After being elected, Prevost chose the name Pope Leo XIV. He appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and thanked fellow cardinals for voting him as the new Pope.

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  Trump's Pope avatar: US President shares AI image in papal attire, says 'love to be next...'

  World | May 03, 2025 14:53 IST

  Earlier, US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump attended the funeral of Pope Francis in Vatican. Other world leaders who were also present include italy PM Giorgia Melonim French President Emmanuel Macron, and others.

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  'In that moment, I understood there was...': Pope's doctor recounts Francis' last moments

  World | April 24, 2025 18:38 IST

  Dr Sergio Alfieri was alerted about the Pope's deteriorating condition by Francis' health care assistant, Massimiliano Strappetti, that Francis had been stricken and needed to be taken to the hospital. The doctor said that he arrived in 20 minutes after he was alerted.

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  Meet four Indian cardinals set to attend conclave that picks new Pope

  World | April 22, 2025 12:18 IST

  Following the death of Pope Francis, a conclave will be organised to elect the next Pontiff. The conclave will also see the presence of four Indian cardinals, who will participate in the selection process of the next Pope.

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  Pope Francis passes away at 88: What happens next and how will a new one be chosen?

  Explainers | April 21, 2025 16:28 IST

  The death of Pope Francis will set in motion a series of sacred, time-honoured procedures in the Vatican, rooted in traditions that have been followed for decades. These procedures unfold in distinct stages, incorporating established methods and rituals.

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  Pope Francis dies at 88: A look at his 12-year papacy and its enduring impact

  World | April 21, 2025 14:23 IST

  Pope Francis, the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88, marking the end of a transformative papacy that spanned over a decade. His leadership was defined by a focus on mercy, interfaith dialogue, and a commitment to addressing global challenges.

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  Pope dies: Being first to take the name Francis to refusing Apostolic Palace - 10 interesting facts

  World | April 21, 2025 14:30 IST

  The pope suffered various ailments in his 12-year papacy. In the weeks before his death, he had been treated for chronic lung disease, including a respiratory crisis.

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  Pope Francis makes first public appearance before discharge from hospital

  World | March 23, 2025 14:29 IST

  Pope Francis hospital discharge: News of his discharge comes after the Vatican said this week that the Pope's condition appeared to be improving, adding that his pneumonia is considered under control.

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  Pope shows 'slight improvement', say doctors as Vatican marks another Holy Year event without him

  World | March 09, 2025 16:56 IST

  For the fourth Sunday in a row, the pope will not appear for his weekly noon blessing, though the Vatican planned to distribute the text he would have delivered if he were well enough.

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  Pope Francis thanks people for their prayers in audio message: 'From the bottom of my heart'

  World | March 07, 2025 7:08 IST

  Pope Francis, in an audio message on Thursday, thanked people for their prayers. Francis was hospitalised three weeks ago as he was suffering from double pneumonia.

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  Pope Francis suffers fresh respiratory issues, put back on noninvasive ventilation: Vatican

  World | March 04, 2025 6:49 IST

  Pope Francis was first admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital two weeks ago, after being plagued by a string of lung-related medical struggles, including bronchitis and then pneumonia.

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  Pope Francis not out of danger but his condition isn't life-threatening, says doctor

  World | February 22, 2025 7:43 IST

  The 88-year-old Pope Francis was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 after a case of bronchitis worsened, doctors have suggested 'absolute rest' for him.

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  Pope Francis again repeats gay slur in closed-door meeting days after issuing apology

  World | June 12, 2024 13:55 IST

  On Tuesday, during his meeting with Roman priests, Francis reiterated his stance, expressing that "there seems to be a prevalent atmosphere in the Vatican," suggesting it would be preferable for young men with homosexual inclinations to refrain from entering the seminary.

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  'I'm still alive', jokes Pope Francis as he leaves hospital after breathing difficulties lower

  World | April 01, 2023 21:55 IST

  Francis, 86, was hospitalised at Gemelli Polyclinic on Wednesday following his weekly public audience in St Peter’s Square after reportedly experiencing breathing difficulties.

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  Former Pope Benedict XVI dies at 95, says Vatican

  World | December 31, 2022 22:54 IST

  Pope Benedict's dramatic decision paved the way for the conclave that elected Pope Francis as his successor.

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  Vatican: Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI lucid, stable, but condition ‘serious’

  World | December 29, 2022 22:00 IST

  A statement from Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said Pope Francis asked for continued prayers “to accompany him in these difficult hours.”

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  Elon Musk comes back on Twitter after longest break, posts picture with Pope

  World | July 02, 2022 21:59 IST

  Francis frequently meets with high-profile figures in strictly private audiences that are held in a reception room of the Vatican hotel where he lives.

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  Pope Francis offers to meet Putin, still waiting to hear back

  World | May 03, 2022 18:05 IST

  Popes for decades have sought to visit Moscow as part of the longstanding effort to heal relations with the Russian Orthodox Church, which split with Rome more than 1,000 years ago. But an invitation has never been forthcoming.

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  First Indian layman to be conferred sainthood

  India | November 11, 2021 9:27 IST

  Devasahayam Pillai, a Hindu converted to Christianity in the 18th century, will become the first Indian layman to be conferred sainthood.