53 m. ago Details on Pope Leo XIV and his views. And, U.S. and China trade negotiations begin

Details on Pope Leo XIV and his views. And, U.S. and China trade negotiations begin  NPR

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4 h. ago Faithful called to pray for Leo XIV, first US pope, by Hong Kong Catholic Church

The new pontiff, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was elected on Thursday as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church.

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9 h. ago Delegation from Hong Kong, mainland eyes insights on Middle East regulatory landscape

Markets in Qatar and Kuwait present ‘strong potential’ for diversification amid trade war due to region’s high GDP per capita, CEO says.

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13 h. ago Pope who? Election of first US pontiff stuns St Peter’s crowd

The cheering crowd fell silent when Robert Prevost’s name was read out in Latin, and reporters had to tell some of those gathered who he was.

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16 h. ago What’s in a name? Pope Leo XIV’s choice signals commitment to social justice

The new American pontiff is indicating that he will continue the late Pope Francis’ work, an expert on religious studies says.

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19 h. ago Robert Prevost chosen as new pope, first US pontiff in history

He has taken the name Leo XIV and will succeed Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at age 88.

Culture

30 h. ago Philippines badly needs more Catholic priests. Could a Filipino pope boost clergy ranks?

‘A pope speaking Filipino, plain Filipino, talking to you like he’s talking to you directly it will be an inspiration,’ a seminarian says.

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33 h. ago Middle East’s shift to sustainable energy opens doors for Hong Kong companies

Delegation led by Chief Executive John Lee to explore opportunity of the city playing ‘superconnector’ role in mainland China-Middle East new energy trade.

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42 h. ago Pink smoke: excluded from conclave, Catholic women want their voices heard

The only women the men choosing the next pope will see are ‘nuns tidying their rooms’, protesters say as they call for more female priests.

Events

42 h. ago Cardinals begin conclave to elect new pope, as Sistine Chapel doors slam shut

133 electors from 70 countries are under lockdown as they vote for the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff.

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42 h. ago Black smoke: cardinals fail to elect new pope in first conclave vote

133 electors from 70 countries are under lockdown as they vote for the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff.

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52 h. ago Osaka’s yellow street slashes prostitution by 90% using nudge theory

Police believe the striking colour makes the streetwalkers and their potential clients feel uncomfortably conspicuous.

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52 h. ago Osaka’s yellow street slashes prostitution by 90% using nudge theory in Japan

Police believe the striking colour makes the streetwalkers and their potential clients feel uncomfortably conspicuous.

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54 h. ago Duterte’s ‘political son’ Bong Go gains ground in Philippines senate race: survey

The former president’s ICC arrest has led his indignant supporters to drum up support for Duterte-aligned candidates, analysts say.

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66 h. ago Lies, China ties and Macron’s fettuccine: Conclave whisperers seek to sway pope’s election

Lies, China ties and Macron’s fettuccine: Conclave whisperers seek to sway pope’s election  France 24

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67 h. ago How new pope’s chosen name will signal change or continuity in Vatican’s 2,000

The next pope’s name reflects the pontiff’s direction: Francis II indicates continuity, Pius conveys a message of tradition, while a new name could signify change.

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2 d. ago Pony.ai, Uber to offer robotaxis in Middle East in push into new markets

Partnership will help both parties explore new markets in the Middle East and other international markets, according to statement.

Economics

3 d. ago In historic first, Friedrich Merz fails to become Germany’s chancellor in first vote

The lower house of parliament, or Bundestag, now has 14 days to elect Friedrich Merz or another candidate.

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3 d. ago In historic first, Friedrich Merz fails to become Germany’s chancellor in opening vote

The lower house of parliament, or Bundestag, now has 14 days to elect Friedrich Merz or another candidate.

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3 d. ago From Imus to pope? Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle’s hometown reflects on his journey

Luis Antonio Tagle began his career in Imus, where residents have fond memories of the cardinal with a 3 to 1 shot at becoming the next pope.

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