Chicago celebrates cultural victory with native son, Pope Leo XIV
The likelihood that the newly elected pope has consumed a Chicago style hot dog is not zero. And that means something.
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Pope Leo XIV may help Vatican explore the 'great uncertainty' that is Trump's America
For close watchers of the Catholic Church, the election of a U.S. pope seemed impossible. The "Trump effect" on the U.S. and global order changed that, papal expert Massimo Faggioli told NPR.
Pope Leo's stance on key issues, from climate change to LGBTQ+ rights to U.S. politics
Pope Leo XIV is seen as a centrist who shares his predecessor's progressive views on certain social issues. Here's what we know so far.
Read Pope Leo XIV's first homily as pope
During his homily, delivered in Italian, Leo XIV said that Christians must serve a world that is often hostile to their beliefs.
What it was like inside St. Peter's Square when the new pope was announced
As Cardinal Robert Prevost's name was announced, a sound of shock rose up. It was something few people had anticipated — the new pope is from the United States.
She worked with Pope Leo XIV in Peru. Here's how she remembers him before his rise
Janinna Sesa worked alongside Pope Leo XIV in Chiclayo, Peru from 2015 until 2023. She spoke with NPR about his leadership in times of crisis.
Who is the new Pope Leo XIV and what is his background?
Pope Leo XIV was born and raised in Chicago. He is of French, Italian and Spanish descent. He spent years working as a missionary in Peru.
Transcript of Cardinal Robert Prevost's first speech as Pope Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Prevost made his first speech as Pope Leo XIV on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, shortly after being elected pontiff. This is a transcript of the speech, translated from its original Italian.