Buddhism reaches the Vatican: A step towards global dialogue
The delegation of 80 members from the United Association of Humanistic Buddhism Chunghua was the only Chinese Buddhist group invited to attend the ceremony, meet Pope Leo XIV, and…
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Pope Leo XIV prays for Cebu quake victims, expresses ‘closeness’ to Philippines
The Pope’s deep ties to the Philippines date back to his visits several times before he was elected supreme leader of the Catholic Church.
Vietnam, Vatican underscore importance of bolstering ties
Both sides acknowledged the positive contributions of the Church to the overall development of Vietnam, in the spirit of living out the Gospel in the world by being good Catholics…
Pope Leo XIV says 2027 World Youth Day in Seoul to take place Aug 3-8
Pope Leo's attendance at the 2027 WYD will mark fourth papal visit to the country and first since Pope Francis' 2014 visit.
Late Pope Francis’ Pyongyang visit fell through due to North Korea’s silence: Cardinal Lazarus You
Pope Leo XIV could play 'important role' in improving Washington-Pyongyang relations, advancing peace on the Korean Peninsula, according to the Cardinal.
What it’s like to elect a pope: Inside Singaporean Cardinal Goh’s first Conclave
The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Singapore shares about the preparation leading up to the Conclave and also his thoughts on the Conclave movie.
Pope Leo XIV asks world not to forget about Gaza, Myanmar and Ukraine
Praying for the people in the regions, the new head of the Roman Catholic Church said: "Amid the joy of faith and communion, we must not forget those brothers and sisters who are…
Taiwan’s representation at Pope’s inauguration a delicate balancing act for the Holy See
Former Taiwan vice-president Chen Chien-jen will be travelling to the Vatican again over the weekend to act as the island’s envoy, less than a month after doing so for Pope…
‘Habemus papam Americanum’: The Jakarta Post
A champion of the Catholic tradition of social justice founded by his namesake Leo XIII, the new pontiff's background and clear admiration for his predecessor indicates that he…
‘Great honour’: World leaders welcome Pope Leo XIV
Robert Francis Prevost, who took the papal name Leo XIV, is the first pope from the United States.