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First Mass: Pope Leo says role of Church leader is to 'move aside so that Christ may remain'
Robert Francis Prevost was elected by fellow cardinals yesterday to lead the Catholic Church.
The mass in the Sistine Chapel was broadcast by the Vatican.
Thousands of well-wishers cheered Pope Leo as he appeared on the balcony of St Peter's Basilica yesterday.
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Conflict
Death toll in India-Pakistan clashes hits 50 as JD Vance says conflict 'none of our business'
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Michael Pitt
Boardwalk Empire actor Michael Pitt charged with sexual abuse and assault of ex-girlfriend
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Chitown
Big day in the Windy City: Pope's brother shares childhood stories as Chicagoans celebrate 'Bob'
“Everything dope, including the Pope, comes from Chicago!”
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Moscow
Russia hosts leaders of over 20 countries - including one EU member - at Victory Day parade
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The Morning Lead
'Utterly shameful': Irish MEPs slam EU offer to assist Israel in replacing Gaza aid agencies
The offer was made on the same day that UN agencies condemned Israel’s proposal.
Thursday
8 May 2025
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Palestine
Over 350 Irish TV and film producers sign open letter calling for Israeli exclusion from Eurovision
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the vatican
'Did he just say Prevost?’: St Peter’s Square stunned by first American Pope, Leo XIV
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Los Angeles
Man accused of ramming Jennifer Aniston's gate appears in court shirtless and wrapped in a blanket
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NEW POPE
How the day played out as US cardinal Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV
The 69-year-old from Chicago has chosen the name Leo XIV after he was elected on day two of the conclave.
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the big reveal
'First American pope': Trump, Higgins, Martin and other world leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV
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High Court
BBC ends cross-examination of Gerry Adams in libel trial after seven days on the stand
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belgium meeting
'Constructive' meeting between Taoiseach and von der Leyen as pair discuss trade, Middle East and Ukraine
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strike a deal
US farmers to gain better access to British agriculture market under new trade deal, Trump says
The Candidate
Ireland has a voice on Gaza, but no real power
Sinéad O’Carroll, Christina Finn, Jane Matthews, and Rónán Duffy look at whether Ireland’s soft power is actually making a difference.
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Conclave
'Praying we get the right pope for the right time': The Irish camping out in St Peter's Square
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Eurovision
Bakhurst says RTÉ won't pull Irish entry out of Eurovision despite protests against Israel
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Conclave
The black smoke caught everyone off guard, including ourselves and an ex-US presidential hopeful
‘There are some big financial problems, and Cardinal Timothy Dolan can raise money,’ said Rick Santorum.
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Conclave
Black smoke emerges once again in the Vatican this morning as cardinals fail to elect new pope
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Conclave
Explainer: When will we see the white smoke and a new pope?
If recent conclaves are anything to go by, we could see the new pope later today.
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Global Warming
Thought April was warm? You were right - it was the second-hottest April globally of modern records
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tyre nichols
Three former US police officers acquitted in fatal beating of man that sparked national protest
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Ukraine
Three-day truce ordered by Putin comes into effect without Ukrainian consultation
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Conflict
India and Pakistan exchange gunfire overnight after worst violence between them in two decades
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European Union
‘No chance of sanctions’: We asked all 14 Irish MEPs for their view on the EU’s response to Israel
As members of the EU prepare to celebrate Europe Day, we asked Irish MEPs to reflect on the bloc’s response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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Ireland in the EU
Ireland's support for EU membership remains strong, but poll reveals it's dropped to lowest level
Support for Ireland to remain within the EU remains strong at 82% but support has slipped in recent years.
A European Movement poll shows support for EU membership has dropped to its lowest level at 82%, after reaching its highest point in 2019 at 93%.
Wednesday
7 May 2025
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Cliona Ward
Irish woman detained by US immigration to be released after charges dropped in court
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the vatican
Explainer: The extreme measures taken to ensure the secrecy of the conclave
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As it happened
First round of conclave voting ends with black smoke as no pope elected
133 cardinals from around the world gathered in the Sistine Chapel today for the highly secretive election of the new pope.
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United Nations
EU offers Israel help with plan to replace aid agencies distributing food and medicine in Gaza
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Israel
Eurovision defends stance on Israel's inclusion after RTÉ call for 'discussion'
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FactCheck
Debunked: Deepfake video appears to show Canadian Prime Minister announcing ban on old cars
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Kashmir
Explainer: The violent history that has nuclear nations India and Pakistan on the brink of war
The conflict between India and Pakistan originates from disputes over the territory of Kashmir.
