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Pope names Mexican-American broadcasting executive to lead Vatican communications

Pope names Mexican-American broadcasting executive to lead Vatican communications

Pope Leo XIV has taken a step toward overhauling the Vatican’s communications by naming Maria Montserrat Alvarado as the new head of its communications office

'Love my woke pope': Why Leo's first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

'Love my woke pope': Why Leo's first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

Pope Leo XIV has issued a manifesto calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence

New York City's 9/11 memorial fundraises to educate youth with $25 million match from Mike Bloomberg

New York City's 9/11 memorial fundraises to educate youth with $25 million match from Mike Bloomberg

The 9/11 Memorial and Museum has launched a $75 million fundraising campaign as the nonprofit tries to educate the millions of U.S. youth who don’t remember the terror attacks

Why soccer fandom in Latin America feels almost sacred

Why soccer fandom in Latin America feels almost sacred

Soccer devotion in Latin America extends far beyond the stadium

Former Mayor Gregg Hull wins Republican nomination for New Mexico governor

Former Mayor Gregg Hull wins Republican nomination for New Mexico governor

Republican Gregg Hull has won his party’s nomination in the New Mexico governor’s race

Former US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is the Democratic nominee for New Mexico governor

Former US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is the Democratic nominee for New Mexico governor

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland won the Democratic nomination to lead New Mexico, giving her a path to become the first Native American woman in the U.S. elected as a governor

Pope Leo XIV Allegedly Used AI in Encyclical on AI Dangers, Claim Remains Unproven

Pope Leo XIV Allegedly Used AI in Encyclical on AI Dangers, Claim Remains Unproven

In May 2026, a claim emerged suggesting that Pope Leo XIV utilized artificial intelligence to draft his first encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' which criticizes AI and advocates for its disarmament. This claim, reported by The Verge and based on a Substack post by AI researcher Linch Zhang, remains unverified. Zhang's analysis, using the Pangram AI detection platform, indicated that the encyclical was predominantly human-written, with 4% AI-generated and 2% AI-assisted content. Despite these findings, the Vatican has not confirmed the use of AI, and the claim remains speculative. Zhang emphasized that without explicit confirmation from the Vatican, the evidence is purely statistical and not definitive.

Photos of Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia as Gaudí basilica rises before Pope Leo XIV’s visit

Photos of Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia as Gaudí basilica rises before Pope Leo XIV’s visit

Pope Leo XIV Appoints Maria Montserrat Alvarado as Prefect of Dicastery for Communication

Pope Leo XIV Appoints Maria Montserrat Alvarado as Prefect of Dicastery for Communication

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Maria Montserrat Alvarado as the Prefect of the Dicastery for Communication, marking a significant step in the ongoing reform of the Roman Curia. Alvarado, currently the President and COO of EWTN News, will succeed Paolo Ruffini in November 2026. Her appointment continues the path of reform initiated by Pope Francis, emphasizing the inclusion of laypeople in leadership roles within the Church. Alvarado's background includes leadership positions at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty and overseeing international media platforms at EWTN News.

Returning to the fold? Some young Spaniards embrace Catholicism and can’t wait for Pope Leo’s visit

Returning to the fold? Some young Spaniards embrace Catholicism and can’t wait for Pope Leo’s visit

Traveling to Spain in June and France in September, Pope Leo XIV will find traditionally Catholic but now staunchly secular countries with an abundance of historic churches but few people in the pews

Pope Leo XIV's Apology for Historical Slavery Sparks Call for Structural Change

Pope Leo XIV's Apology for Historical Slavery Sparks Call for Structural Change

Pope Leo XIV has issued an apology for the Church's historical failure to condemn slavery, describing it as a 'wound in Christian memory.' This apology is part of his encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, which acknowledges the immense suffering caused by slavery. Sister Leonida Katunge, an anti-trafficking advocate, emphasizes that while the apology is significant, it must be followed by structural changes. She calls for economic justice, institutional reforms, and pastoral action to address modern exploitation and trafficking, particularly in Africa.

Pope Leo XIV Warns of AI Risks in New Encyclical, Urges Ethical Use

Pope Leo XIV Warns of AI Risks in New Encyclical, Urges Ethical Use

Pope Leo XIV has issued a new encyclical titled 'Magnifica Humanitas,' which addresses the potential risks and ethical considerations of artificial intelligence (AI). The document emphasizes the importance of safeguarding human dignity and the common good in the face of rapid technological advancements. The Pope warns against a misplaced faith in AI, which could lead to dehumanization and societal harm, such as undermining democracy, deforming education, and devaluing workers. He calls for a balanced approach where AI is used ethically to build a 'civilization of love' and a 'universal human family.' The encyclical also critiques the pursuit of transhuman and posthuman ideologies, cautioning against the creation of a future dominated by machines or human-machine hybrids.