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Congratulations to His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV

(formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States), elected as the 267th Supreme Pontiff at St. Peter’s Basilica and now spiritual … Congratulations to His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV

No Pope Yet: Black Smoke Marks Unsuccessful First Day of Conclave

Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi at 22:30 EAT Wednesday 07 May 2025 Black smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel chimney at 21:00, signaling that no pope was elected on the first day of the conclave. This followed the traditional closing of the chapel doors with the Latin phrase “Extra omnes” — “Everyone out.” The conclave…

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The 6 Greatest Popes of All Time

Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi at 15:33 EAT Sunday 27 May 2025 The greatest popes didn’t just shape the Church — they changed the course of history. It may surprise you to learn that being pope is no easy job. This 2,000-year-old line of leaders of the worldwide Catholic Church may be considered infallible when…

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Pope Francis’ Recovery Progresses Amid Resignation Rumors

Updated at 18:46 EAT Tuesday 04 March 2025. Pope Francis’ health has been a subject of concern lately, but his doctors say he’s not in danger of death at the moment. He’s been hospitalized since February 14 for treatment of a respiratory infection, specifically double pneumonia, which requires at least another week of hospitalization. Rumors…

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Patriarch Theodore II of Alexandria Arrives in Uganda for Pastoral Visit

By Anastasios Gordon Sekandi – updated at 23:40 EAT Tuesday 18 February 2025 Entebbe, Uganda – His Beatitude Theodore II, Patriarch and Pope of Alexandria and All Africa, arrived at Entebbe International Airport on Tuesday evening to a warm reception at the VIP Lounge. Welcoming him were Hierarchs of the Greek Orthodox Church of Uganda,…

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