Pope's Christmas Address Urges Vatican to Set Aside Ambition
Pope Leo XIV used his Christmas address to urge Vatican cardinals to abandon power struggles and build genuine friendship. Read his gentle critique of Curia culture.
Pope Leo XIV used his Christmas address to urge Vatican cardinals to abandon power struggles and build genuine friendship. Read his gentle critique of Curia culture.
Pope Leo XIV has summoned cardinals to Rome for a two-day meeting in January, marking the unofficial start of his own pontificate. Discover the agenda and significance.
Amid a challenging year, Guardian readers shared their favourite feelgood moments of 2025, from a new Pope's message to a viral raccoon raising funds for charity. Discover the stories that brought joy.
Pope Leo XIV summons cardinals for a two-day assembly in January to help govern the Church, marking a new phase in his pontificate. Discover the details and significance.
Pope Leo appoints Bishop Richard Moth, 67, as the new Archbishop of Westminster, leading the Catholic Church in England and Wales. He succeeds Cardinal Vincent Nichols.
Pope Leo has appointed Bishop Richard Moth as the 12th Archbishop of Westminster, succeeding Cardinal Vincent Nichols. His installation is set for 14 February 2025.
Pope Leo appoints Bishop Richard Moth as the new leader of Catholics in England and Wales, succeeding Cardinal Vincent Nichols. Installation set for February 14.
Pope Leo XIV appoints fellow Chicagoan Bishop Ronald Hicks as Archbishop of New York, succeeding Cardinal Timothy Dolan in a major US church shakeup. Discover the implications.
Pope Leo XIV appoints fellow Chicagoan Bishop Ronald Hicks to lead New York's archdiocese, succeeding Cardinal Dolan. The move signals a shift in US Catholic leadership.
Residents of Shotton Colliery rally to repair and fundraise for their vandalised Christmas tree, a living war memorial, after a shocking chainsaw attack. Discover the heartwarming story of community spirit.
A replica of the Statue of Liberty in Brazil has dramatically collapsed during strong winds. Watch the shocking footage and learn about the incident's aftermath.
Amid global strife, AP journalists captured 2025's most uplifting moments—from a pope's call to his brother to breaking Nobel news. Discover the stories that defined hope.
Supermodel Naomi Campbell, 55, ditched her signature heels for Nike trainers on a Mayfair night out. Discover her fashion choice and recent Vatican visit.
Pope Leo XIV has dissolved a controversial Holy See fundraising commission, established under Pope Francis. This move signals a push for greater financial transparency and accountability.
Detroit finally welcomes its iconic cinematic protector. A towering 3,500-pound bronze RoboCop statue now stands guard, nearly four decades after the film's 1987 debut. Discover the story behind this cult hero's permanent home.
A 3,500lb bronze RoboCop statue, the result of a 15-year fan campaign, now stands guard in Detroit's Eastern Market, symbolising the city's resurgence and cinematic legacy. Discover the story behind this unique monument.
Pope Leo has dissolved a key fundraising commission set up by his predecessor, Francis, as the Vatican grapples with deep-seated financial challenges. Read the full analysis.
A high-level Vatican commission has voted against allowing women to be deacons, upholding the Church's all-male clergy. The report calls for further study on women's ministry roles. Read the full story.
Pope Leo emphasises Europe's crucial role in US-led Ukraine peace efforts, suggesting Italy could mediate. Read his in-flight remarks and analysis of the diplomatic landscape.
Pope Leo directly appeals to the Trump administration, urging dialogue over military force to address the Venezuela crisis. Read the full story.
Pope Leo XIV shares his first thoughts after becoming Pontiff and outlines future travel plans, including a focus on interfaith dialogue in Africa. Read the full exclusive.
Pope Leo's historic visit to Venezuela aims to ease US-Venezuela tensions. Will his mediation between Trump and Maduro succeed? Read the full analysis.
Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, has publicly urged the Trump administration to avoid military intervention in Venezuela, suggesting sanctions and dialogue instead. Read his direct appeal.
Pope Leo XIV makes historic first visit to Lebanon, urging Christians not to emigrate and calling for peace. Read his powerful message of unity.
Pope Leo XIV addressed Lebanese leaders, calling peace a 'desire and a vocation'. He praised the nation's resilience. Read his powerful message for the Middle East.
Pope Leo XIV has declared a two-state solution the 'only solution' for Israel-Palestine justice. Read the latest on his diplomatic talks and hopes for peace.
Pope Leo XIV has reinforced the Vatican's stance, calling a two-state solution the only viable path to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Read his full statement.
Pope Leo XIV travels to Lebanon with a message of hope, aiming to support the Christian community and address the nation's crises. Read more about this historic visit.
Pope Leo XIV prays at an Armenian Apostolic cathedral in Istanbul, supporting Christian unity and Turkish-Armenian reconciliation efforts. Read the full analysis.
Pope Leo XIV heads to Beirut to offer hope to the Lebanese people after years of economic collapse, the port explosion, and regional conflict. His visit aims to bolster the Christian community.