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- The mass in the Sistine Chapel will be 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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Pope Leo XIV to address the faithful in St Peter's Square later today
International - This month May 2025
Israeli airstrikes kill 23 in Gaza as outcry over aid blockade grows
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European leaders arrive in Kyiv in show of joint 'solidarity' with Ukraine
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India says it will hold back from escalation if Pakistan does the same
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Harvey Weinstein's lawyers question woman who accused him of sexual assault
Actor Stephen Rea joins pro-Palestine demonstration calling for Irish boycott of Eurovision
Mexico is suing Google over its 'Gulf of America' label
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Eurovision organisers commit to 'discussions' on Israeli participation after meeting with RTÉ
Two men found guilty of cutting down famous Sycamore Gap tree
Taoiseach backs existing Gaza aid agencies after EU official suggests helping Israel provide aid
Yes, Pope Leo XIV has watched the hit film Conclave
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Boardwalk Empire actor Michael Pitt charged with sexual abuse and assault of ex-girlfriend
Big day in the Windy City: Chicago celebrates one of their own becoming Pope
“Everything dope, including the Pope, comes from Chicago!”

Pope Leo to hold a first mass as pontiff that will be scrutinised by Catholics and world leaders
Russia hosts leaders of over 20 countries - including one EU member - at Victory Day parade

'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.
Over 350 Irish TV and film producers sign open letter calling for Israeli exclusion from Eurovision
Ex-model tells jury Harvey Weinstein sexually assaulted her when she was 16