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Pope Leo XIV’s first year: A slower pace than past popes?

On May 8, Pope Leo XIV celebrated the first anniversary of his election. Here is a closer look at how his inaugural year compares to his predecessors. This May 8, 2026, Leo XIV concluded his first year as the 266th successor of Peter. To better understand …

Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer reject Pope Leo XIV and post-conciliar popes

The Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer, a traditionalist Religious congregation based on the island of Papa Stronsay in the Orkney archipelago, have issued a 21-page declaration formally withdrawing recognition from Pope Leo XIV and his predecessors back to …

The geopolitics of the hantavirus

Brief introduction The Andes strain: profile of an atypical virus The geopolitical dimension: a microcosm of international disorder The Spanish government’s disastrous handling The Pope Leo XIV factor: a major blunder Conclusions and editorial commentary …

Pope Leo is the only world figure who can take on Trump

FRIDAY marks the anniversary of Robert Prevost’s election as Pope Leo XIV. It was a truly remarkable event in the life of the Catholic Church. For the first time, cardinal-electors chose a man who was born in the United States, arguably the world’s last …

Orhan Pamuk, Elena Ferrante, Kazuo Ishiguro: Who is the Italian hoaxer who keeps declaring writers dead

On May 6, an account on X impersonating Ingrid Carlberg, a member of the Swedish Academy, the institution that awards the Nobel Prize in Literature, announced that Orhan Pamuk was dead.“The Swedish Academy now receives from Istanbul the sad news of the …

Pope Leo XIV Says Church Needs to Stop Obsessing Over Sex After 'Weak' Spat With Donald Trump

Pope Leo XIV said on Monday that he no longer wants to field questions about sex, telling reporters on a flight back to Rome from Africa that the Catholic Church under his leadership should stop 'revolving around sexual matters' and focus instead …

Pope tells Archbishop of Canterbury to continue pursuit of Christian unity

Pope Leo XIV met Sarah Mullally, the Archbishop of Canterbury, at the Vatican on April 27, urging continued Anglican-Catholic cooperation despite deepening doctrinal divisions, while reaffirming the long-standing goal of full communion between the two …

Letters: News media’s treatment of abortion question shows stark double standard

Shame is an inherently natural emotion and may act as a deterrent to bad behaviour, but moralism, as Ms Maguire’s use of the word implies, is never about proper behaviour, religious beliefs or being judgmental. Morals make us what we are: ethical, …

Prayers, twerking and hundreds of millions of dollars: Pope Leo XIV and Bad Bunny become the latest explosive ...

They say that sinners who pray are even. Everything points to this being the plan for many in Madrid on the weekend of June 6 and 7. On the one hand, they’ll unleash their party side at one of the 10 concerts Bad Bunny will be performing in the capital; on …

Donald Trump, Pope Leo XIV Feud: Pontiff's Unfiltered American English Is Stripping Away the Vatican's Diplomatic Shield

Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV have become unlikely protagonists in a very modern political feud, with the US president and the American-born pontiff trading barbs over immigration, war and crime in a clash playing out largely in English-language media in …

Pope Leo: Between Gospel Witness and Humanitarian Illusions

For a long time, progressive Christians have tended to equate the faith with humanitarian illusions—with utopian sentimentality rather than a morally demanding politics of prudence rooted in right reason and natural law. Divine caritas has been displaced …

Explainer: The Archbishop of Canterbury meets the Pope

The new Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally, will travel to Rome on 25 April for four days — a trip to the Vatican that will include a meeting with Pope Leo XIV. Catherine Pepinster explains its importance Is this Dame Sarah’s first visit abroad …

From Malaysia to the World: The Asian Legacy of Pope Francis 

As April 21 marks the first anniversary of the passing of Pope Francis, his lasting impact on Asia and on the region’s role in the transformation of Catholicism is coming into light. Francis’ predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, never visited Asia during the …

1977 The Year Star Wars Came Out

I love looking at and examining history. Taking the highlights of every century, decade and year since the beginning of time up to the present.  The last decade that I looked at in-depth was the year Kristin and I were born. The 1970’s. 50 Years Ago- Mark …

Happenings: Week of May 7, 2026

Happenings includes community events, meetings, classes, community resources and needs. To submit an item for inclusion email to: happenings@vcreporter.com THURSDAY, MAY 7 SOUTHEAST VENTURA COUNTY YMCA NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER BREAKFAST | 7:30-9:30 a.m. The …

Pope Leo calls for renewed commitment to protect children and vulnerable adults

Pope Leo XIV has urged the Catholic Church in Italy to strengthen its protection of children and vulnerable adults, telling bishops gathered for a national safeguarding meeting on April 16, 2026, that the presence of the most vulnerable “challenges the …

Pope decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world

Pope Leo XIV criticised the "tyrants" ransacking the world, on a high-security visit Thursday to a "bloodstained" region of Cameroon following a war of words with US President Donald Trump. Since his landmark four-nation African tour  …

The Pope’s record on Islam and the persecution of Christians is beyond reproach

A bizarre and erroneous narrative has been peddled in recent days that the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, panders to Islam and has remained silent over the persecution of Christians. Much stems from his Algeria visit earlier this week, where the 70-year-old …

F1 star Alonso almost became Pope’s chauffeur!

“I defended that idea and said ‘I think he knows how to drive, I mean, I think the Pope is not in danger’” Two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso nearly became a chauffeur for Pope Benedict XVI, revealed Yago de la Cierva, a coordinator for Pope Leo. …

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust Launches Qurbani 2026 Campaign to Feed More Than 3 Million People This Eid al-Adha

UK's leading Muslim charity opens Qurbani 2026 donations from £25, aiming to reach more than 3 Million people across 21 countries this Eid al-Adha 2026. BRENTFORD, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Eid al-Adha …

Uttar Pradesh Tourism Takes Buddhist Legacy to Global Stage During Buddha Purnima Celebrations in Leh

Global Buddhist Leaders Gather at International Himalayan Buddhist Conference as UP Strengthens it’s Presence as a Spiritual Tourism Destination LUCKNOW , UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA, May 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world increasingly seeks …

I.T. Official Announces New Christian Hip-Hop Album Costly Stones Released February 16, 2026

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christian hip-hop artist I.T. Official released his highly anticipated new album, Costly Stones, on February 16, 2026. Rooted in the biblical message of 1 Corinthians 3:10–15 …

Pro Senior Placement Helps Families Navigate Difficult Conversations About Assisted Living

New Resources and Guidance Help Adult Children Learn Compassionate Ways to Discuss Assisted Living With Aging Parents METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Families across the country continue searching for guidance on …

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New Book Explores Themes of Faith, Redemption, and Personal Growth

MILTON KEYNES, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A powerful new book titled “21 Things I Wish I Knew Early in Life” is set for global release, offering readers a deeply personal and spiritually enriching guide to life, …

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Eden Gordon Media and 'The All-American Book Club' Partners with PRAY.COM

Eden Gordon Media and "The All-American Book Club" Partners with PRAY.COM WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eden Gordon Media and "The All-American Book Club" are partnering with PRAY.com, the …

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“‘The Da Vinci Code on Steroids’ — George Folsey Jr. Hails Sorrowful Mysteries as a Breakthrough Thriller”

Anthony P. Jones crafts a suspense-driven novel exploring moral conflicts within the Catholic Church while spotlighting racial barriers in publishing. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A bold and gripping new thriller, …

The Museum of Christian and Gospel Music Announces Special Amy Grant Pop-Up Exhibit Today

The Museum of Christian & Gospel Music has an Amy Grant Pop-Up Exhibit celebrating the release of her new album and concert at the Ryman on May 8. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Museum of Christian & Gospel …

Elizabeth M. Lykins Says Childhood Trauma Often Repeats and Quietly Shapes Adult Life Until Healing Begins

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Childhood trauma does not disappear with age; for many people, it quietly shapes the way they think, feel, love, and navigate the world long into adulthood. According to the CDC, …

Romans116 Christian Apparel Celebrates One-Year Milestone as Faith-Driven Lifestyle Brand

HENDERSON, NV, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Romans116 Christian Apparel, a faith-based lifestyle brand specializing in thoughtfully designed Scripture-inspired clothing, announces its one-year anniversary. The company has …

New Analysis Reveals the Best States for Homeschooling in America

New research ranks all 50 states by how accessible and well-supported home-based education is, highlighting where families benefit from freedom, resources & aid EAGLE RIVER, WI, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All About …

A Global Cry for Conscience: Mike Ike’s 'Nigerian Christians Under Siege' Confronts Humanitarian Crisis

New nonfiction work by Christian advocate Mike Ike delivers a 21-point action plan to confront systemic faith-based violence in Nigeria. NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A powerful and uncompromising new nonfiction work, …

NBCI and the American Clinical Health Disparities Commission (ACHDC) urge HHS to Unblock Global Vaccine Funding

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities representing 27.7 million members, along with the American Clinical Health …

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New Poll Shows GOP Aligning Around Vance as Democrats Remain Splintered Without a Clear Leader

New Verasight poll finds nearly half of independents feel unrepresented heading into 2028 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new national poll from Verasight, a nonpartisan survey research firm that collects …