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At Least 15 Cardinals Are Possible Successors to Pope Francis
Italian cardinals are pushing for the next pontiff to be Italian or European. Following the transformative papacy of Francis, the Catholic Church has seen a marked divide between progressive and conservative priests. After three non-Italian popes, the Italian wing of the Catholic Church is pushing for the next pontiff to once again be European. RELATED: […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:
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Pope Francis Rests in the Saint Martha Chapel
On Wednesday, his body will be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica so that the faithful may pay their respects. On Tuesday, the Vatican released the first images of Pope Francis lying in a wooden casket in the chapel of his former residence, the Casa Santa Marta. RELATED: Pope Francis Dedicated Himself to Serving Others: Dalai […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis Dedicated Himself to Serving Others: Dalai Lama
The best tribute we can pay Pope Francis is to be kind-hearted people, the Dalai Lama stated. On Monday night, the Dalai Lama expressed his condolences over the death of Pope Francis, emphasizing that he consistently acted “revealing through his own actions how to live a simple yet transcendent life.” RELATED: India Begins Mourning for […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:India Begins Mourning for Pope Francis With Flags at Half-Mast
No official entertainment will be held in India until the mourning period concludes. On Tuesday, India began three days of mourning in honor of Pope Francis, who passed away yesterday in Rome at the age of 88. RELATED: The Philippines Bids Farewell to Pope Francis With a Mass at the Manila Cathedral The Ministry of […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:The Philippines Bids Farewell to Pope Francis With a Mass at the Manila Cathedral
With over 90 million faithful, the Philippines is the country with the largest Catholic population in Asia. On Tuesday, the Philippines held a Mass in honor of Pope Francis at Manila Cathedral, after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. bid farewell to the pontiff, emphasizing that he “led with wisdom and an open heart to all.” RELATED: […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Macron Pushes ”The Iron Wall Plan”Against Migrants in Mayotte, Sparking Criticism
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a controversial migration plan to intercept boats, increase deportations, and build detention centers in Mayotte, measures progressive organizations deem “xenophobic” and a violation of human rights. Related: France: Macron announces Iron Plan against immigrants The French government prioritizes border militarization in the African archipelago while pledging to recognize...
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis’ Testament Reveals The Wish of a Simple Burial in Santa Maria Maggiore and “Franciscus” as Sole Inscription
Pope Francis left precise instructions for his burial: a grave in the earth, without decoration, bearing only the inscription “Franciscus.” His testament, written in 2022, emphasizes humility and Marian devotion. Related: Venezuela declares three days of mourning for the physical departure of Pope Francis. Pope Francis’ Testament: Humility and Simplicity in His Final Will Jorge […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Venezuela Declares Three Days of National Mourning for Pope Francis: President of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro Highlights His Legacy of Peace and Justice
The Venezuelan government declared national mourning until April 24, with flags at half-mast and a ban on public celebrations, honoring the pontiff as “a man of God who confronted the powerful with the truth of the Gospel. Related: World Leaders Issue Messages on the Death of Pope Francis President Nicolás Maduro decreed three days of […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Mario Vargas Llosa’s Books And Its Arab Language Editions
The recent death of Mario Vargas Llosa, one of the greatest writers in the Spanish language and recipient of the 2010 Nobel Prize in Literature, has sparked a wave of tributes around all the world, where his work has been widely translated and read for decades. RELATED: Three Writers to Know Close Latin American Literature […]
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Venezuela Reports Record-Breaking Tourism During 2025 Holy Week with 16.33% Rise
Venezuela’s Vice President Delcy Rodríguez highlights over 12.3 million travelers during Holy Week, 80% hotel occupancy, and 259 million electronic transactions, supported by a security operation deploying 185,000 officers. Related: Venezuelan Vice President highlights Easter holiday mobilization Venezuela’s Executive Vice President Delcy Rodríguez presented a positive report on April 21, detailing a 16.33% increase in...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Zakharova Denounces 4,900 Ukrainian Violations of Easter Truce, Criticizes Kyiv’s Terrorist Nature
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova accuses Ukraine of sabotaging peace initiatives after reporting 4,900 attacks during the Easter ceasefire, labeling the actions as “terrorist” and exposing Kyiv’s “inability to negotiate.” Related: Ukraine violates the Easter ceasefire The truce announced by Vladimir Putin between April 19 and 21, coinciding with Orthodox Easter, was marred by […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:'God chose this day' - World's Catholics mourn Pope's Easter death
Members of the Catholic Church's global community of 1.4bn people are remember the late Pope on Easter Monday.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Francis: Pope from Latin America who changed Catholic Church
His papacy heralded many firsts and raised questions about the leadership of the Catholic Church.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Supreme Court Halts Trump Administration’s Deportation of Venezuelans Using Alien Enemies Act
U.S. Supreme Court halts deportation of Venezuelans under wartime law. Is Trump’s new tactic violating human rights and international agreements? Related: U.S. Accelerates Deportations of Venezuelans Without Judicial Safeguards Label them as “Enemy Aliens“ In a move that has generated controversy and alarm in the international community, the Donald Trump administration has resorted to an […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Reports of U.S. State Department Restructuring Spark Concerns Over Africa Policy
Recent reports have surfaced suggesting that former U.S. President Donald Trump and Senator Marco Rubio are planning to dismantle the State Department division responsible for African affairs. This alleged move has raised alarms among advocates for human rights, climate justice, and democracy promotion, as it could signal a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy priorities. […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Venezuelan Prosecutor Denounces Salvadoran President for Human Trafficking
Nayib Bukele’s actions against deported migrants qualify as forced disappearances and human trafficking, Saab said. On Monday, Venezuelan Attorney General William Tarek Saab noted that recent statements by Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele show that he is arbitrarily detaining 252 Venezuelans who were illegally deported from the United States. RELATED: HRW Reports Forced Disappearance of 238 […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis Was a Prophet of Social Justice: Argentine Workers
In this moment of unprecedented economic crisis in our country, it is essential to honor his legacy of compassion, the CTA-T stated. On Monday, the Argentine Workers’ Central Union (CTA-T) issued a statement describing Pope Francis as “the prophet of the poor and social justice.” RELATED: Pope Francis Criticized the Global Economic System: Frei Betto […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis Criticized the Global Economic System: Frei Betto
The Brazilian theologian hopes that the Catholic Church will continue the reforms initiated by the Argentine pontiff. In an interview with teleSUR on Monday, Brazilian theologian and Dominican friar Frei Betto reflected on the profound impact of Pope Francis’s passing, describing it as “a great loss for all of humanity.” RELATED: Progressive Leaders Highlight Pope […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:African Union Pays Tribute to Pope Francis, Praising His Legacy of Peace and Justice
The African Union Commission, led by its President Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expressed deep sorrow upon receiving news of the passing of Pope Francis. At the age of 88, the first Latin American pontiff succumbed to complications from bilateral pneumonia, leaving behind a legacy as a staunch advocate for peace, justice, compassion, and human dignity. In […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Arab League Honors Pope Francis for His Legacy of Religious Tolerance and Advocacy for Peace
On Monday, the Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit paid tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88, describing him as a paragon of religious tolerance and a symbol of unity among people. In remarks reported by Kuwait’s KUNA news agency, Gheit highlighted the Pope’s unwavering commitment to peace and coexistence, […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Sheinbaum Proposes Reform to Ban Foreign-Funded Propaganda in Mexican Media
U.S. Secretary Noem’s commercial reflects Trump’s growing pressure for Mexico to curb the flow of migrants. On Monday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum will send to Congress reforms to the telecommunications law to prohibit the dissemination of propaganda paid for by foreign governments or organizations in Mexican media. RELATED: Sheinbaum to Strengthen Mexican Food Sovereignty in […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:UN Highlights Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Amid Israeli Aggression
The United Nations has revealed harrowing statistics regarding the ongoing crisis in the Gaza Strip, where approximately 420,000 individuals have been newly displaced since March 18, 2025, following the resurgence of Israeli military aggression against the territory. The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has repeatedly urged for a ceasefire, emphasizing the protection of civilian lives in […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:NASA’s Lucy Spacecraft Makes Asteroid Encounter
Lucy’s mission is to survey the Jupiter Trojan asteroids, a never-before-explored population of small bodies that orbit the Sun. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that its Lucy spacecraft made a close encounter with a small main belt asteroid on Sunday. RELATED: Stranded NASA Astronauts to Return Home Aboard Dragon Spacecraft The spacecraft […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Easter Truce Declared by Russia Expires Without Extension
On Monday night, Ukrainian attacks near Sukha Balka and Bohatyr in Donetsk region were repelled by Russian troops. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued no orders to extend the Easter truce which has expired on Monday. RELATED: Lavrov Says It’s Unacceptable That EU Talks To Russia In Superiority Language […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Progressive Leaders Highlight Pope Francis’ Historic Dimension
Today humanity lost the voice of respect and acceptance of others, Brazilian President Lula da Silva said. On Monday, progressive politicians from around the world paid tribute to Pope Francis, highlighting aspects of his life and work. Below are some notable statements RELATED: Pope Francis Lives On in Those Who Fight for Social Justice: President […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis Lives On in Those Who Fight for Social Justice: President Maduro
The Bolivarian nation mourns with deep sorrow the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. On Monday, the Venezuelan government mourned the death of Pope Francis and highlighted his historic significance as leader of the Catholic Church. The full statement is below. RELATED: World Leaders Issue Messages on the Death of Pope Francis “The Venezuelan President […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:World Leaders Issue Messages on the Death of Pope Francis
The leader of the Catholic Church is remembered for his work for peace and for the poor. On Monday, the death of Pope Francis sparked a backlash among world leaders, who hailed his virtues as leader of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Vatican City. RELATED: Pope Francis Dies at 88 BELGIUM “For Christian […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Argentina Declares Seven Days of Mourning for the Death of Pope Francis
Archbishop Jorge Garcia will celebrate a mass at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Buenos Aires. On Monday, Presidential Spokesperson Manuel Adorni announced that President Javier Milei has decreed seven days of national mourning for the passing of Pope Francis, who was born in Buenos Aires in 1936 and died today in Rome at the age of […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis Dies at 88
His death came after months of a difficult recovery from his respiratory problems. Pope Francis passed away this Monday at 7:35 a.m. at his residence in the Casa Santa Marta, after more than two months of respiratory problems that kept him hospitalized for 38 days in the Italian capital. RELATED: Pope Francis Approves the Canonization […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:The feeling here is palpable shock - BBC reports from Vatican
BBC reporter Sofia Bettiza spoke with people gathered in St Peter's Square.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:The life and legacy of Pope Francis
The BBC's Aleem Maqbool takes us through the life of Pope Frances, and the challenges he faced as pontiff.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Opens Cuba’s Biennial Of Graphic Humor With The Slogan ‘Less Fake And More News’
The 24th edition of the International Biennial of Graphic Humor began this Sunday under the slogan ‘Less fake and more news’ in the town of San Antonio de los Baños (west), with the creation of an allegorical mural, the inaugural parade and the opening of a collective exhibition. RELATED: Santiago de Cuba Prepares for the […]
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Lavrov Says It’s Unacceptable That EU Talks To Russia In Superiority Language
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized the position of some EU countries that consider sending troops to Ukraine, calling it a resurgence of European Nazi ideology. RELATED: Lavrov Calls on U.S. and Europe to Return to The Yalta System “There is no word to describe this idea. In fact, I have no doubt, it is […]
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Salvadoran Catholic Church Calls Again For Repeal Of Mining Law
On Sunday, the Catholic Church of El Salvador has once again called for the repeal of the law that allows mining in the country, which was promoted by President Nayib Bukele. RELATED: Salvadorans Protest Again Demanding Ban on Metal Mining In a statement, read at a press conference by the Archbishop of San Salvador, Luis […]
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Farc Dissident Who Ordered The Murder Of 36 People Sentenced To 27 Years In Prison
FARC dissident Jaider Poveda Méndez, alias ‘Jhonny Getial’, was sentenced to 27 years and 20 days in prison for ordering the murder of 36 people between 2020 and 2022 in the department of Valle del Cauca (southwest), the Prosecutor’s Office reported this Sunday. RELATED: Colombia Does Not Extend Ceasefire With FARC Dissidents ‘Jhonny Getial’, who […]
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