As the world welcomed its first American pope, one burning question had Chicagoans buzzing: Cubs or Sox? Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, grew up in a house divided. Born in Bronzeville and raised in the south suburbs, his mother was a devout Cubs fan from Chicago’s North Side. His father? A St. Louis…
Hollywood icon John Travolta, known for his memorable roles in Grease, Saturday Night Fever, and Pulp Fiction, is facing a difficult time, and fans around the world are rallying behind him. Recently, Travolta shared personal struggles that have left his supporters concerned and heartbroken. As a figure who has been a source of joy and…
For centuries, depictions of Jesus have dominated Western art, portraying him as a towering figure with fair features. However, historians argue that Jesus likely resembled the locals of ancient Palestine: shorter, stockier, with dark curly hair. Bas Uterwijk, using advanced AI, created a striking portrayal of Jesus. He melded various cultural depictions, adjusting features for…
Despite being an American, the new pope appears to be against Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown based on his social media statements. Cardinal Robert Prevost, who was born in Chicago, was elected as the first American Pope on Thursday, taking over as the head of state for the 1.41 billion Catholics worldwide. Known as Pope Leo…
The entire Catholic world is buzzing after the election of Pope Leo XIV. The 69-year-old former Cardinal Robert Prevost was confirmed as the new head of the Catholic Church on May 8 – marking a historic moment as Pope Leo XIV becomes the first American to hold the position. Irish mystic While most Catholics are…
Singer and songwriter Alex Sampson made the journey from the small town of Atikokan, Ontario, chasing a dream that began long before he ever stepped onto a major stage. With nothing but his voice, his heart, and his original song titled “Pretty Baby,” Alex boarded a plane with hopes higher than ever, leaving behind the…
When the news broke that Robert Francis Prevost would become the first-ever American pope, many were curious about what this would mean not only for the Catholic Church but for his lifestyle as well. One big question on everyone’s mind: how much does the Pope get paid? What does the Pope actually get paid? While…
Melania Trump gave a rare speech on Thursday, which also included a cheeky remark about her husband, President Donald Trump. The First Lady of the United States rarely addresses crowds or the media, so this was a moment when many people were paying attention to her. Keep reading to learn more about what happened. We certainly…
When 69-year-old Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago native, emerged as the newly elected pope, history was made. For the first time ever, an American would lead the Catholic Church. But it was the name he chose — Pope Leo XIV — that truly set the tone. According to some, his name wasn’t just tradition, it’s…
As the world watches closely, the Vatican City is once again in the spotlight as cardinals continue their efforts to choose the next pope. Following the passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, the 133 cardinal electors have been gathering in secrecy to vote for the 267th pontiff. The conclave process has…