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Pope Leo XIV Issues Unprecedented Apology for Catholic Church's Slavery Role
In a sweeping encyclical on AI and human dignity, the first U.S.-born pope confronts centuries of Catholic complicity in the slave trade—and asks for forgiveness.
Pope Leo Learns Viral '6-7' Greeting From Catholic Teenagers
The moment when a group of teens convinced the pontiff to do the gesture is racking up millions of views on TikTok.
Archdiocese of New York to Sell Luxury Hotel to Fund Sex Abuse Survivor Settlements
The archdiocese will sell the land of the luxury hotel for a $490 million settlement fund.
Father Says Son's Broken Arm Kept Him Home From Deadly Catholic School Shooting
The child's father called the broken the 'luckiest broken arm in the history of the world.'
Pope Leo XIV Related to Madonna, Justin Bieber, Angelina Jolie, and More
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is also a distant relative of the new Pope.
Tony Yayo Says He Went to Catholic School, Was Robbed at Gunpoint on the Bus for Wearing a Uniform
Yayo said he took the school bus up until eighth grade, when he had to go on the city bus.
Paulie Walnuts' Brother Among the Priests in Rome for the Conclave
The late Tony Sirico played Paulie Walnuts in 'The Sopranos.' His brother, Father Robert Sirico, was apart of the secret process behind electing a new pope.
New Pope Just Dropped: People Share Hilarious Reactions to First American Being Elected
We got a new pope before 'GTA VI.' Plus, he's American.
CBS Reporter Jokes Cardinals Are 'Rawdogging' Papal Conclave Without Devices
"Their devices have all been confiscated," it was explained to CBS reporter Tony Dokoupil.

Pope Francis Dead at 88
Pope Francis died Monday at his Casa Santa Marta residence, per a statement.

Sabrina Carpenter’s Church Video Shoot Leads to Priest's Demotion
The pop singer's "Feather" music video prompted an investigation by church officials, who later found instances of mismanagement.

Paris Olympic Organizers Say Drag Queen ‘Last Supper’ Moment Was Not Meant to Disrespect Any Religious Group
“Clearly there was never an intention to show disrespect to any religious group," said a spokesperson for the Olympic games.

Pastor Facing Criminal Charges for Housing Homeless at Ohio Church
The pastor opened the doors to his church last March to anyone in need of a place to rest or get out of the cold.

Shia LaBeouf Receives Catholic Church Confirmation, Reportedly Looking to Become Deacon
“We are thrilled to share that our dear friend Shia LaBeouf has fully entered the church this past weekend through the sacrament of confirmation,” the Capuchin Franciscans-Western American Province shared.

Texas Nuns File $1 Million Lawsuit Against Bishop Who Accused One of Sleeping With A Priest
A small order of nuns in Arlington are suing a "pure evil" Texas bishop after he accused their Mother Superior of having sex with a priest.

Attorney General Says Baltimore Catholic Church Officials Covered Up Sexual Abuse of Hundreds of Children
This week, Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown released a redacted report following a four-year investigation.

Catholic Nonprofit Reportedly Spent $4 Million to Track Gay Priests on Dating Apps
Catholic Laity and Clergy for Renewal says it shared the data with bishops across the country. Grindr said it was "infuriated by the actions."

72-Year-Old Woman Sentenced to Prison After Embezzling Nearly $600,000 From Catholic Church Where She Worked
An Indiana woman is facing prison time after she was accused of embezzling nearly $600,000 from the business accounts of a Catholic church she worked at.