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On Africa trip, Pope Leo XIV condemns war and brushes off Trump criticism
6:10
In China, the future of transportation is here
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49:21
The Vatican’s intriguing path to going 100% solar
7:07
Pope Leo XIV has a busy week
1:09
On climate change, Pope Leo wants to build on the legacy of Francis
2:44
Pope Leo steps onto the global stage, with caution and consistency
6:59
Why Peru claims Leo XIV as the ‘Peruvian pope’
6:19
Vatican selects new pope to lead the Catholic Church
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47:51
Cardinals select new pontiff
5:17
Pope Francis’ legacy will be part of whoever becomes the next pope
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48:27
Pope Francis’ legacy will be part of whoever becomes the next pope
6:08
Pope Francis viewing hours end as Vatican prepares for funeral
1:03
Pope Francis’ legacy as a global diplomat
6:20
Obituary
The life and legacy of Pope Francis
8:59
Religion
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88
Pope Francis dies at 88
8:59
Pope’s health improves slightly
0:48
Catholic Church to get its first millennial saint
0:27
Pope Francis lands in Indonesia on Southeast Asia trip
5:48
Pope Francis sees value in comedy
7:10
The Pope’s gaffe
5:04
Upheaval in New Caledonia
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49:05
Pope Francis looks for ‘hope’ in Catholic Holy Year ahead
4:10
A couple kiss in front of the Pantheon during a demonstration of supporters of same-sex civil union in Rome.
Justice
Protesters in Italy tell lawmakers it’s time to ‘wake up’ and recognize same-sex unions
Pope Francis arrives to lead a special audience to mark 50th anniversary of Synod of Bishops in Paul VI hall at the Vatican on October 17, 2015.
Belief
When the Vatican speaks on matters of doctrine, it will be in Italian
Pope Francis arrives to lead his Wednesday general audience in Saint Peter's square at the Vatican in Rome on June 17, 2015.
Environment
Pope Francis sounds the alarm on the environment and he wants everyone to listen
Nuns look on as Pope Francis arrives to lead his weekly audience in Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican on October 22, 2014.
Belief
American nuns get an unexpected olive branch from the Vatican
A bishop takes a picture with a tablet during the Synod on the Family. The Roman Catholic assembly has softened its traditional Catholic stance against gays, suggesting "accepting and valuing their sexual orientation."
Belief
The Catholic Church changed only its tone on gays, but that’s still a big deal
Visitors to the Vatican often overlook the historical significance of the building's floors, which are frequently made from re-purposed bits of ancient history.
Culture
You’d better watch where you walk the next time you visit the Vatican