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In White Sox stadium broadcast, Pope Leo XIV sends message of hope to Chicago and the US • June 15, 2025, 11:26 AM ET (AP)
What US adults think about Pope Leo XIV, according to a new AP-NORC poll • June 15, 2025, 5:33 AM ET (AP)
Pope Leo XIV names first Chinese bishop, signalling he is continuing Vatican's controversial accord • June 11, 2025, 6:59 AM ET (AP)
Pope Leo criticizes political nationalism and prays for reconciliation and dialogue • June 8, 2025, 11:20 AM ET (AP)
How the Vatican manages money and where Pope Leo XIV might find more • June 7, 2025, 1:33 AM ET (AP)

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Also Known As Robert Francis Prevost
Born September 14, 1955 (age 69) • Chicago • Illinois
Title / Office pope (2025-)

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