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Pope Leo XIV is marking his first 100 days in office, showing a mix of continuity with and change from Pope Francis' papacy.

Here are some of the best moments of Pope Leo XIV meeting pilgrims, visitors, and dignitaries during his first 100 days.

Can Pope Leo visit Gaza? Calls for him to do so have mounted in recent weeks, most notably with an Aug. 12 Instagram post from Madonna. But it’s not that easy.

Pope Leo XIV has made numerous memorable remarks during the first 100 days of his pontificate (May 8 to Aug. 16). Here are some of the most notable.

When Pope Leo XIV surprised tens of thousands of young people at a recent Holy Year celebration with an impromptu popemobile ...

Soar over the sacred city of Jerusalem with this breathtaking drone footage. Experience the iconic Dome of the Rock, the ancient walls of the Old City, and the bustling alleys of the historic quarters ...

Hasson is currently a Kate O’Beirne Senior Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and serves as director and ...

CHILE: Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, outlined the Holy See’s approach ...