Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, could receive a monthly stipend of €2,500 ($2,820) as head of the Catholic Church—a decrease from his previous cardinal salary. While the Vatican covers all his living expenses, the 69-year-old pope may follow his predecessor Francis’s humble example, having spent years as a missionary in Peru. Francis famously…
President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to rename the Persian Gulf as the “Arabian Gulf” during his upcoming Middle East visit, according to two U.S. officials. This follows his controversial executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America” and past remarks about Greenland and the Panama Canal. The move has already…
Elon Musk has clashed with Bill Gates after the Microsoft co-founder claimed government budget cuts would lead to millions of preventable deaths. During a CBS interview, Gates warned that efficiency measures by Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) could reverse progress on global vaccinations, potentially causing two million additional child deaths annually. Musk fired back…
The Vatican’s long-hidden “Third Secret of Fatima,” revealed in 2000, contains eerie prophecies some believe could unfold before 2030. Originally shared by the Virgin Mary to three children in 1917, the secret describes visions of an angel with a flaming sword, a “Bishop dressed in white” (linked to Pope John Paul II’s 1981 assassination attempt),…
During the recent VE Day celebrations, Prince William and Queen Camilla shared a lighthearted exchange on the Buckingham Palace balcony, according to lip reader Nicola Hickling. As the royal family watched the flypast, William playfully teased Camilla during a game of “guess the aircraft,” telling her she gave the “wrong answer.” Camilla reportedly laughed and…
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope in history, has sparked reactions with his Chicago accent during his inaugural mass. Born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, the 69-year-old pontiff delivered his speech in English, surprising many who weren’t prepared for an American-accented pope. Social media erupted with mixed responses, with some users humorously struggling to reconcile…
King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla’s new coronation portraits were unveiled at the National Gallery this week. Painted by artists Peter Kuhfeld and Paul Benny, the full-length depictions show Charles in the Throne Room at St. James’ Palace and Camilla in Clarence House’s garden room. Charles wears his Robe of State and naval uniform,…
Senior Drivers Under Scrutiny As populations age, many countries are rethinking road safety rules for drivers over 70. New proposals suggest mandatory retesting or restrictions, raising concerns about how to protect public safety without compromising dignity. “Is driving experience enough to ensure road safety in your later years—or do we need to rethink our current…
Donald Trump congratulated Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, calling it a “great honor for our country” in a Truth Social post. The former president expressed excitement about the historic election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a 69-year-old Chicago native known for his humility and advocacy for migrants. Trump added that he looks forward…
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as **Pope Leo XIV**, making history as the first American pontiff. The 69-year-old from Chicago, known for his humility and work with migrants, was chosen after just one day of voting by the College of Cardinals. Taking the name **Leo**, he follows a tradition where popes select new…