Tag: Pope Francis
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Zelensky hails good meeting with Trump at the Vatican
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a one-to-one talk with President Donald Trump in the Vatican before the funeral of Pope Francis. President Zelensky thanked President Trump for the good meeting and said that it could lead to historic results with an unconditional ceasefire and lasting peace. Ukraine has submitted its proposals for a ceasefire to the…
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World leaders and thousands gather in Rome for historic farewell to Pope Francis
Security was heightened at the Vatican for the funeral of Pope Francis, with surveillance drones deployed around St. Peter’s Square and thousands of police and security personnel on duty. Over 50 heads of state and dignitaries traveled to Rome to pay their respects. Among the early visitors to the Basilica were Argentina’s President Javier Milei,…
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Malta Premier League: Match Day 31 Fixtures updated due to National Mourning
The Malta Premier League’s Match Day 31 fixtures have been officially rescheduled, with all Saturday matches cancelled following the declaration of Saturday, 26th April 2025, as a National Day of Mourning. The revised schedule will now see all games played on Sunday 27th and Monday 28th April, as shown in the updated fixture list. In…
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Did US Vice-President JD Vance lie about getting invited to meet the Pope?
The US Vice-President JD Vance may have publicly lied about getting invited to meet the Pope. Although a formal invitation would have been sent by the Vatican for the Sunday visit to take place, the invitation may have come after pressure from the US government to hold the meeting. Prior to JD Vance’s arrival in…
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Sede Vacante begins as Pope Francis dies: Cardinal Farrell to lead transition, funeral set in coming days
The death of Pope Francis has officially begun the sede vacante, the interregnum period during which the papal throne lies vacant. Irish-born Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell, appointed camerlengo by Francis in 2019, will oversee the transition, following protocols rooted in tradition and reformed by Francis himself. According to a Vatican statement, Cardinal Farrell will preside…
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Requiem Mass for Pope Francis at St. John’s Co-Cathedral
Archbishop Scicluna invites the public to honour the late pontiff’s legacy of mercy and love Malta will pay its final respects to Pope Francis with a Requiem Mass celebrated by Archbishop Charles Scicluna on Tuesday evening at 6:30 pm. at St. John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta. The Mass follows the passing of the beloved pontiff on…
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Pope Francis: A Transformative but Controversial Leader of the Catholic Church
Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pope, died on Monday at the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta at the age of 88. His death was announced just a day after he appeared publicly in a wheelchair to bless crowds on Easter Sunday. Elected in 2013 following the resignation of Benedict XVI, Francis inherited a…
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Five defining moments that shaped Pope Francis’ legacy of compassion and courage
Today, on Easter Monday, the world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, whose profoundly human voice in the Church, during his 12-year pontificate leaves behind a legacy defined by courage, inclusivity, and spiritual renewal. Here are five defining moments that encapsulate his enduring legacy: A Silent Prayer for the World During the height of the…
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European leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis : A Pontiff who inspired beyond borders
European leaders have joined the global chorus of mourning following the death of Pope Francis, lauding him as a moral compass whose influence extended far beyond the walls of the Vatican. President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola, offered a heartfelt tribute to a leader she described as “The People’s Pope”: “Europe mourns the passing…
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Pope Francis remembered in Malta: National leaders pay tribute to his legacy and historic 2022 visit
Malta is mourning the loss of Pope Francis, whose passing at the age of 88 has sparked an outpouring of emotion from across the island. Prime Minister Robert Abela and Opposition Leader Bernard Grech were among the first to honour the late pontiff, recalling not only his global influence but also his deeply personal connection…
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Pope Francis passes away on Easter Monday
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a transformative figure in the modern history of the Roman Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88. His passing was confirmed by the Vatican in a video statement released Monday morning. Pope Francis had experienced health issues in recent months, including a long stay at…
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Pope Francis briefly meets JD Vance before greeting the crowds from his balcony
Pope Francis briefly met with US Vice President JD Vance today before greeting the crowds from his balcony ahead of the Easter Mass. This was the first year he did not preside over the Easter service, having recently spent several weeks in hospital. Last week, he visited Regina Coeli prison. The meeting lasted only a…