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VIDEO 15 hours ago

Pope Leo XIV calls on world to ‘build bridges’ in first message as pope

Father Stephen Fichter joins ‘The Story’ to reflect on the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope in history, and discusses his call for unity in his first public message.

Lifestyle 15 hours ago

First-ever American pope inspires faith leaders nationwide: 'Heart of integrity'

American Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, making history as the first U.S. pontiff. Faith leaders nationwide shared prayers for his leadership of the Catholic Church.

U.S. 15 hours ago

Pope Leo XIV’s brother reacts to his historic election: ‘There are no words’

The brother of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV, who made history by becoming the first American pontiff, said "there are no words" while reacting to the big news on Thursday.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Pope’s brother reacts to historic election: ‘There are no words’

Pope Leo XIV made history by becoming the first American to be elected pope. (Credit: WFLD) 

World 15 hours ago

World leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV, first American pontiff

World leaders offered their immediate congratulations for Pope Leo XIV after he was elected to the highest authority in the Catholic Church and became the first American pontiff.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Bishop explains why 'obvious choice' Pope Leo XIV was elected 'so quickly'

Bishop Robert Barron of the Wimona-Rochester, Minnesota diocese shares his reaction to Pope Leo XIV's election and analyzes his 'rather telling' presentation on 'Special Report.'

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Cardinal Robert Prevost elected first American pope

91±¬ÁÏ chief religion correspondent Lauren Green reports on the election of Pope Leo XIV, who was born in the United States on 'Special Report.'

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Pope Leo XIV is escorted out of Sistine Chapel after becoming 267th Pope

Pope Leo XIV thanks each cardinal elector after accepting his appointment to serve as the 267th pope Thursday in Vatican City. (Credit: Vatican News via X)

VIDEO 15 hours ago

New pope is a ‘Cubs fan,’ says Archdiocese of Chicago rector

According to church leaders from the Archdiocese of Chicago, newly elected Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from America, has a heart for the poor and is also a Cubs fan.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Americans react to the election of Pope Leo XIV

People outside St. Patrick's Cathedral discuss the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope.

Politics 15 hours ago

Trump congratulates Pope Leo XIV, calls his election 'a great honor' for the United States

President Donald Trump said the selection of Cardinal Robert F. Prevost to be pope is "a great honor" for the U.S., noting he will be the first American-born pontiff.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

President Trump praises election of first American pope: 'A great honor'

President Donald Trump reacts to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV.

Lifestyle 15 hours ago

President Trump calls first American Pope Leo XIV an 'honor' for US, 'very happy'

President Donald Trump told reporters Thursday, "We were a little bit surprised, but very happy. It’s just a great, absolutely great honor." Pope Leo XIV is the first American pope.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

What is the significance of the papal name 'Leo'?

 91±¬ÁÏ' Benjamin Hall and theologian Jonathan Morris discuss the significance of the election of Pope Leo XIV as the first American pontiff and what to expect from him.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

What does it mean to have the first American pope?

91±¬ÁÏ' Benjamin Hall and theologian Jonathan Morris take a look at the ramifications of Pope Leo XIV's election as leader of the Catholic Church.

World 15 hours ago

First American elected pontiff, get to know Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV became the newest pope to sit in the highest office in the Catholic Church, and the first American to do so, after a lifetime of service in both Chicago and Peru.

World 15 hours ago

'Dio benedica il Papa', other well wishes for the new pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, in Italian

The College of Cardinals elected Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, as the new pope. This is how to congratulate the new pontiff in Italian.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Cardinal Mamberti announces election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost steps out onto the balcony to address the crowd as he is elected the next pope in St. Peter's Square, Vatican, Thursday, May 8, 2025. (Credit: Vatican Media)

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Pope Leo XIV emerges at Vatican, becomes first American pope

Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new Pope of the Catholic Church, taking the name Leo XIV. He made his first public appearance at the Vatican to greet the faithful and deliver his inaugural prayer.

Opinion 15 hours ago

DAVID MARCUS: Pope Leo XIV's greatest challenge is already changing the world

In the course of European history, popes have had enormous influence on the development of science, sometimes in conflict, but also in vital partnership.

World 15 hours ago

Cardinal Robert Prevost announced as first American pope, taking name Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV has been elected following roughly 24 hours of deliberation among the 133-member College of Cardinals, the Vatican announced on Thursday.

World 15 hours ago

White smoke over Sistine Chapel as new pope chosen

The conclave on Thursday elected a new pope after white smoke was seen rising from the Sistine Chapel, but the new pope has not yet been publicly announced.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

New pope elected by conclave

White smoke flows from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel during the conclave to elect a new pope, at the Vatican, Thursday, May 8, 2025.(Credit: Reuters)

VIDEO 15 hours ago

White smoke signals new pope has been chosen

'Outnumbered' panelists react to the breaking news that a new pope was chosen on the fourth vote. Senior correspondent Benjamin Hall provides detail on the upcoming reveal and next steps.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Bishop Robert Barron on day one of the conclave.

Bishop Robert Barron exclusively spoke to 91±¬ÁÏ Digital to discuss the first day of the historic conclave, and looks ahead to the second day.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Black smoke emerges, no pope selected during morning conclave vote

Cardinals fail to select a pope in the morning session of day 2 of the papal conclave at the Sistine Chapel.

Opinion 15 hours ago

Morning Glory: Please God, a pope younger than me

The last conclave many Boomers will witness is crucial to the Catholic Church for their children, and their grandchildren.

World 15 hours ago

Papal conclave: Eventual new pope's chosen name may signal what's ahead

As Catholics around the world wait for a new pope to be voted in, they also are also waiting to see what name the new pontiff chooses.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Theologian reveals the strategy behind selecting a pope

91±¬ÁÏ contributor Jonathan Morris watches the black smoke pour out of the Sistine Chapel as no pope is selected on the first round of votes on 'The Story.'

World 15 hours ago

How the pope gets paid and a look into the Vatican's finances

The Vatican is governed by the Holy See, which oversees stipends and allowances given to the leader of the Catholic church for their service.

VIDEO 15 hours ago

Cardinals begin procession to Sistine Chapel for conclave to select new pope

91±¬ÁÏ contributor Jonathan Morris and The Catholic Project executive director Stephen White join 'America's Newsroom' to discuss as the cardinals prepare to choose a new leader for the Catholic Church.