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How nearly 800 Irish babies were discarded in a sewage tank

For decades, 796 babies who died at a church-run home in Tuam, Ireland, lay in an unmarked grave — many possibly discarded in a former sewage tank. Now, a landmark forensic excavation aims to identify and bury them with dignity

Pope Leo to escape summer heat at Castel Gandolfo. The history of the villa, where the pontiffs holiday

Pope Leo XIV is returning to tradition by travelling to Castel Gandolfo on Sunday (July 6). The pontiff will be in the lake town, taking a break as the heatwave across Europe intensifies. But what do we know of this papal villa?

Pope Leo, Putin discuss Ukraine war; Vatican calls for peace, Kremlin focuses on ‘root causes’

In his first call since taking over as the Vicar of Christ, Pope Leo appealed to Russian leader Vladimir Putin to make peace in Ukraine and address the humanitarian situation in the country. Before taking over as the pope, he had condemned the Russian war on Ukraine as an 'imperialist' invasion.

Can Pope Leo be the head of Vatican City and a US citizen?

Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, is the first US-born leader of the Catholic Church. However, his elevation to pontiff has raised a legal issue: Can he continue holding American citizenship, though he is the head of a foreign government? What do the rules say?

Pope’s Maga brother meets Donald Trump at White House. Who is Louis Prevost?

Louis Martin Prevost, the brother of Pope Leo XIV, was photographed in the Oval Office alongside his wife Deborah, US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The social media posts of Louis, a self-described ‘Maga-type’, have come under scrutiny since his brother was elected pontiff

Dy Rajya Sabha Chairman Harivansh to lead delegation at Pope Leo XIV's inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has nominated Harivansh, Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha and Yanthungo Patton, Deputy Chief Minister, Nagaland to represent India at the ceremony of the inauguration of the Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City

Pope Leo XIV is a mathematician: Can he bridge math & theology on infinity?

Infinity holds a central place in both mathematics and theology. Most mathematical objects, like numbers and geometric shapes, exist as infinite sets. Meanwhile, theologians often describe God as a unique, absolutely infinite being. Pope Leo XIV, who trained as a mathematician before joining the Church, would be well familiar with these ideas. His path likely reflects the close connection between mathematics and theology

Sinner hears Pope Leo's tennis confession

Tennis star Jannik Sinner is taking part in the Italian Open tennis tournament, which is being staged a short distance from the Vatican.

What will Pope Leo XIV’s salary be? What other perks will he get?

Cardinal Robert Prevost, who was born in Chicago, took the name Pope Leo XIV as he became the first US-born pontiff in history. In addition to a salary of $33,000 (over Rs 28 lakh), the Pope enjoys unique perks, including free meals at all hours, access to the Popemobile, a personal pharmacy, and more. It is still unclear whether Pope Leo XIV will accept this salary. If he does, his earnings would match those of some of the world’s most influential leaders

From child abuse to crisis of belief: The many challenges Pope Leo XIV faces

Pope Leo XIV has been elected as the 267th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. He is the first Pope to be chosen from North America to occupy the throne of the throne of St Peters. But, it will be a difficult journey for the new Pope as there are several challenges he is set to face