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Pope has a cold and will skip outdoor Sunday prayer ahead of a busy week
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Pope has a cold and will skip outdoor Sunday prayer ahead of a busy week

Associated Press  

ROME — Pope Francis is suffering from a cold and will deliver his Sunday blessing from indoors, the Vatican said, announcing the precautions ahead of a busy Christmas period and launch of the Holy Year that will sorely test Francis’ stamina and health. The Vatican cited the cold temperatures outside and Francis’ strenuous week ahead, after a wheezing and congested-sounding …

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Prayerful, playful, mystical: Some of AP’s most compelling religion photos of 2024
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Prayerful, playful, mystical: Some of AP’s most compelling religion photos of 2024

Associated Press  

Fittingly, in photographs depicting aspects of faith, it’s often the light that is most riveting. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print A riverboat carrying the Eucharist cruises down the Ohio River between Wellsburg, West Virginia, and Brilliant, Ohio, Sunday, June 23, 2024. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest …

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Pope Francis survived two assassination attempts in 2021. Here's what we know
5 days, 23 hours ago

Pope Francis survived two assassination attempts in 2021. Here's what we know

Firstpost  

Pope Francis, who turns 88 today, revealed the details of the two assassination attempts in his autobiography Hope — of which an extract was published by the Italian newspaper Corriere Della Sera. The attempts were made during Francis’ landmark trip to Iraq in 2021 – the first ever visit to that country by a Pope. The attempts occurred during Francis’ …

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Pope in autobiography reveals an apparent bombing plot during his 2021 visit to Iraq
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Pope in autobiography reveals an apparent bombing plot during his 2021 visit to Iraq

LA Times  

Mosul and Aqra Archbishop Najib Mikhael Moussa waves as he stands next to Pope Francis at a gathering to pray for the victims of war at Hosh al-Bieaa Church Square in Mosul, Iraq, in March 2021. Italian daily Corriere della Sera on Tuesday ran excerpts of “Hope: The Autobiography,” written with Italian author Carlo Musso, that is being released in …

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Madonna’s ’creepy’ AI images with Pope Francis leave fans in disbelief. Photos cause social media fury
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Madonna’s ’creepy’ AI images with Pope Francis leave fans in disbelief. Photos cause social media fury

Live Mint  

Pop icon Madonna has found herself in the middle of a heated controversy after sharing AI-generated images of herself with Pope Francis. The provocative photos, created using artificial intelligence, show Madonna in a series of poses with the religious leader, leading to intense backlash on social media. Social media reactions: Fans and followers share outrage Following Madonna’s recent social media …

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Pope Francis visits Corsica, warns against spiritual groups stoking division
1 week, 1 day ago

Pope Francis visits Corsica, warns against spiritual groups stoking division

Firstpost  

At a conference on religion across the Mediterranean, the pontiff warned against varieties of spirituality that ‘seek self-aggrandisement by fuelling polemics, narrow-mindedness, divisions and exclusivist attitudes’ People welcome Pope Francis for his visit in his popemobile at Boulevard Charles Bonaparte during his apostolic journey in Ajaccio, on the French Mediterranean island of Corsica, France. Reuters Pope Francis urged Catholic priests …

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Pope Francis makes 1st papal visit to France’s Corsica awash in expressions of popular piety
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Pope Francis makes 1st papal visit to France’s Corsica awash in expressions of popular piety

Associated Press  

AJACCIO, Corsica — Pope Francis on the first papal visit ever to the French island of Corsica on Sunday called for a dynamic form of laicism, promoting the kind of popular piety that distinguishes the Mediterranean island from secular France as a bridge between religious and civic society. ”They will be your joy and your consolation in the future.” Earlier, …

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Pope Francis urges priests to guard against groups that stoke divisions
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Pope Francis urges priests to guard against groups that stoke divisions

CNN  

CNN — Pope Francis urged Catholic priests on Sunday to guard against spiritual groups that stoke political divisions, speaking during a one-day visit to Corsica, the first by a pontiff to the French Mediterranean island. At a conference on religion across the Mediterranean, the pontiff warned against varieties of spirituality that “seek self-aggrandizement by fueling polemics, narrow-mindedness, divisions and exclusivist …

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Vatican’s Palestinian Nativity scene raises eyebrows – and then disappears
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Vatican’s Palestinian Nativity scene raises eyebrows – and then disappears

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pope Francis presided over his …

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AP photos from Asia in 2024 show changes in government, natural disasters and moments of joy
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AP photos from Asia in 2024 show changes in government, natural disasters and moments of joy

Associated Press  

Dozens of Rohingya refugees stood huddled on the remains of a ship days after it capsized at sea, seeing the Indonesian coast guard vessel that was approaching for a miraculous rescue. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Pope Francis arrives at the Holy Trinity Humanistic School in Baro, near Vanimo, Papua New Guinea, …

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Everyone from Richard Branson to the Pope wants Biden to ‘Trump-proof’ death row
1 week, 6 days ago

Everyone from Richard Branson to the Pope wants Biden to ‘Trump-proof’ death row

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Biden was already facing calls last from opponents of capital punishment to commute the …

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Pope Francis Unveils Christmas Nativity With Baby Jesus Atop A Keffiyeh
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Pope Francis Unveils Christmas Nativity With Baby Jesus Atop A Keffiyeh

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Pope Francis made a plea for peace while unveiling a nativity featuring baby Jesus nestled in a keffiyeh in Vatican City on Saturday. The pontiff declared “Enough wars, enough violence!” while receiving a delegation of representatives from the Palestinian groups that organized the project by Bethlehem-based artists Johny Andonia and Faten Nastas Mitwasi, Vatican News reported. Part …

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Top News on December 8: M-cap of six top firms jumps, Syria civil war, farmers protest, and more
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Top News on December 8: M-cap of six top firms jumps, Syria civil war, farmers protest, and more

Live Mint  

The market cap of top six listed companies jumped ₹2 lakh crore last week while the Indian stock market benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — extended their rally for a third consecutive week. Farmers protest suspended Protesting farmers temporarily suspended their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on Sunday afternoon after several people were injured in a clash with security personnel. …

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Who is George Jacob Koovakad? Pope Francis elevates Indian priest as cardinal, PM Modi ‘proud’
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Who is George Jacob Koovakad? Pope Francis elevates Indian priest as cardinal, PM Modi ‘proud’

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad's elevation as a Cardinal of the Holy Roman Catholic Church by Pope Francis is a matter of great joy and pride for India. Delighted at His Eminence George Jacob Koovakad being created a Cardinal of the Holy Roman Catholic Church by His Holiness Pope Francis," Modi said …

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Modi Hails Kerala's Archbishop Koovakad's Elevation to Cardinal
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Modi Hails Kerala's Archbishop Koovakad's Elevation to Cardinal

Deccan Chronicle  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed immense pride as Archbishop George Jacob Koovakad from Kerala was elevated to the rank of Cardinal by Pope Francis. The prestigious appointment makes Archbishop Koovakad one of the highest-ranking officials in the Catholic Church, representing India on the global stage. Delighted at His Eminence George Jacob Koovakad being created a Cardinal of the Holy Roman …

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Meet George Koovakad, the Indian Cardinal who organises the Pope's world tours
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Meet George Koovakad, the Indian Cardinal who organises the Pope's world tours

India Today  

In a historic moment for the Catholic Church in India, George Jacob Koovakad, a priest from Kerala, ascended to the rank of cardinal. Pope Francis appoints Indian Cardinal Jacob Koovakad during an Ordinary Public Consistory for the creation of new cardinals, at St Peter's Basilica. “Delighted at His Eminence George Jacob Koovakad being created a Cardinal of the Holy Roman …

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Indian Priest George Koovakad Elevated To Cardinal By Pope Francis, PM Modi Hails Historic Vatican Ceremony
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Indian Priest George Koovakad Elevated To Cardinal By Pope Francis, PM Modi Hails Historic Vatican Ceremony

ABP News  

Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 7 : In a grand consistory held in the Vatican on Saturday, 51-year-old Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad was elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope Francis. "It is a matter of immense pride for India that Archbishop George Koovakad will be created as a Cardinal by His Holiness Pope Francis," Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on …

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Pope Francis presides over ceremony for new cardinals with wide bruise on his chin
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Pope Francis presides over ceremony for new cardinals with wide bruise on his chin

Associated Press  

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis was seen with a significant bruise on his chin Saturday, but presided over a ceremony to install new cardinals without apparent problems. A Vatican spokesman said later Saturday that the bruise was caused by a contusion on Friday morning, when Francis hit a night stand with his chin. Domenico Battaglia, Archbishop of Naples, Italy, right, …

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Pope Francis's visit to India likely after Jubilee year 2025, says Union Minister George Kurian
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Pope Francis's visit to India likely after Jubilee year 2025, says Union Minister George Kurian

The Hindu  

Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs George Kurian on Saturday said the much-awaited visit of Pope Francis to India is likely to happen after 2025, which has been announced as the "Jubilee Year" by the Catholic Church. So, the Vatican says that the Pope will be engaged during the next year,” said Mr. Kurian, adding “So, as per the …

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Pope Francis likely to visit India post-2025 Jubilee Year celebrations, says Union minister
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Pope Francis likely to visit India post-2025 Jubilee Year celebrations, says Union minister

Hindustan Times  

Union minister George Kurian said on Saturday that Pope Francis' visit to India is likely to take place after 2025, designated as the "Jubilee Year" by the Catholic Church. Pope Francis Kurian mentioned that India already extended an official invitation to the Pope, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally inviting him. Pope's visit to India George Jacob Koovakad, 51, from …

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India sends high-level delegation to witness Archbishop Koovakad elevation as cardinal by Pope Francis
2 weeks, 2 days ago

India sends high-level delegation to witness Archbishop Koovakad elevation as cardinal by Pope Francis

India TV News  

Archbishop George Koovakad of India will be created as a cardinal by Pope Francis, the Prime Minister's Office said on Saturday, asserting that it is a matter of immense pride for the country. The government of India has sent a delegation led by Union Minister George Kurian to witness this ceremony in Vatican City in Europe. "It is a matter …

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Pope Francis likely to visit India after 'Jubilee Year' 2025: Union Minister George Kurian
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Pope Francis likely to visit India after 'Jubilee Year' 2025: Union Minister George Kurian

New Indian Express  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Union Minister George Kurian on Saturday said the much-awaited visit of Pope Francis to India is likely to happen after 2025, which has been announced as the "Jubilee Year" by the Catholic Church. The union minister also said that PM Modi and the Christian community are eagerly awaiting Pope Francis's visit to India. Early this month, Goa minister Mauvin …

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Indian priest George Koovakad elevated as cardinal by Pope Francis
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Indian priest George Koovakad elevated as cardinal by Pope Francis

India Today  

In a grand consistory held in the Vatican on Saturday, 51-year-old Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad was elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope Francis. "It is a matter of immense pride for India that Archbishop George Koovakad will be created as a Cardinal by His Holiness Pope Francis," Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on 'X' on Saturday. Kerala …

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Pope Francis appoints 21 new cardinals, cementing his legacy
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Pope Francis appoints 21 new cardinals, cementing his legacy

NPR  

Pope Francis appoints 21 new cardinals, cementing his legacy Pope Francis cements his legacy at the Vatican Saturday by elevating 21 men from six continents to the College of Cardinals. ELISSA NADWORNY, HOST: Today in Rome, Pope Francis is promoting 21 men to one of the world's most exclusive bodies - the Catholic Church's College of Cardinals. But Pope Francis …

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