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History and art of Pope’s summer residence in Castel Gandolfo

As Pope Leo XIV becomes the 16th Successor of Peter to take his summer holidays in Castel Gandolfo, we explore the town near Rome that has hosted the papal summer residence since the mid-1600s.

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Cardinal Tolentino appointed to Zayed Award judging committee

The Prefect of the Dicastery for Culture and Education will be among the judges of the 2026 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity. "I look forward to reviewing nominations," he says, "and to becoming familiar with so many people who are making a difference around the world.”

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Vatican offers new guidance for Synod’s implementation phase

The General Secretariat of the Synod releases “Pathways for the Implementation of the Synod”, which provides “an interpretive key for understanding the implementation phase of the Synod on Synodality.”

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San Antonio Archbishop prays for families of flood victims as death toll rises

As the death toll from floods in central Texas rises to 82, Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller of San Antonio visits a Catholic church offering care and assistance to those affected.

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‘Welcome!’ Pope Leo begins summer holidays in Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV arrives at Castel Gandolfo on Sunday afternoon at the start of his summer holidays, and he was welcomed by a large group of the faithful, including several religious sisters.

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Israel to send delegation to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks

Israel will send a delegation to Qatar for proximity talks with Hamas on the latest proposal for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal.

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Concerns mount over the use of chemical weapons in Ukraine

Western intelligence raises grave concerns over Moscow's military conduct, calling for restraint and investigation.

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Colombia: Suspect held in attack on presidential candidate

Authorities in Colombia confirm that they have arrested a person they claim is the main conspirator in the assassination attempt on a Presidential Candidate, who remains in critical condition in hospital after being shot twice in the head at a political rally.

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Pope Leo: We are praying for victims of Texas floods

Following the Angelus on Sunday, Pope Leo expresses “sincere condolences” to all those who lost loved ones in devastating flash floods in Texas.

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Pope Leo receives two electric vehicles for his future Apostolic Journeys

Pope Leo XIV receives two custom-built electric vehicles designed for easy air transport and sustainable mobility for his Apostolic Journeys

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