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World Politics & Diplomacy Just now (09:38 AM IST)

Pope Leo Draws 800,000 to Central Paris Mass, Turning Iconic Square Into a Global Stage

Pope Leo drew an estimated 800,000 people to central Paris for an open-air Mass on one of the city’s most iconic squares, underscoring the Vatican’s ability to command mass attention even in a deeply secular European capital. The visit blended worship, diplomacy and a pointed moral message, with the pontiff also criticizing legalized assisted dying as a form of “false compassion.”

By RDU Global Wire5 min read
World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (06:10 AM IST)

Pope Leo Draws 800,000 to Paris in Rare Mass Display of Catholic Reach

Pope Leo drew an estimated 800,000 faithful to the heart of Paris for a massive outdoor Mass, underscoring the enduring pull of the papacy in a country often defined by secular politics and a strained relationship with organized religion. The gathering also sharpened the Vatican’s moral messaging, as Leo used his France visit to condemn assisted dying and abortion of disabled unborn children as violations of human dignity.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (11:16 PM IST)

Young Converts Signal a Quiet Catholic Revival Across the West

A rise in young adult Catholic conversions in the United States and Europe is drawing attention from church leaders who see more than a statistical uptick: they see evidence of spiritual searching in an age of fragmentation. From France’s baptism surge to renewed interest in Catholic life in the U.S., the trend suggests that inherited religion is giving way to chosen belief. The pattern is especially visible among younger adults, many of whom describe conversion as a response to loneliness, instability and a hunger for meaning. While the numbers remain modest relative to the size of the broader population, the momentum is significant for a church that has spent decades confronting secularization, scandal and declining participation.

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World Politics & Diplomacy11h ago

Pope Leo XIV Hails Youth 'Energy and Commitment' as 700,000 Pack Paris Mass

Pope Leo XIV drew an estimated 700,000 worshippers to an open-air Mass in Paris, praising young Catholics for the "enthusiasm, energy and commitment" they bring to the Church. The event, staged on the Place de la Concorde during his four-day visit to France, blended religious pageantry with political symbolism, as senior French figures and presidential hopefuls looked on.

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Education, Jobs & Careers2h ago

Education Secretary Urges Teachers to Prioritise Learning Outcomes in Krishna District School Visit

School Education Principal Secretary J. Shyamala Rao on Saturday visited government schools in Edupugallu village of Krishna district, where he interacted with students, observed classroom resources and briefly taught Mathematics himself. He pressed teachers to give individual attention to children, adopt simple teaching methods and focus on improving learning outcomes as the state steps up its school education push.

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India Sports & Cricket11h ago

Sindhu, Ayush and Unnati Advance as Lakshya Falls in Asian Games Badminton Shake-Up

P.V. Sindhu and Ayush Shetty moved into the singles pre-quarterfinals with straight-game victories at the Asian Games, while Unnati Hooda survived a three-game battle to progress further in the women's draw. In a setback for India, Lakshya Sen exited in the second round after a hard-fought loss to Singapore's Loh Kean Yew, deepening the pressure on the country's badminton campaign.

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India Sports & Cricket21m ago

Dhiraj Bommadevara Shatters Asian Games Recurve Record as India Surge in Archery Qualifiers

Fresh off his World Cup Final triumph, Dhiraj Bommadevara delivered a statement performance at the Asian Games, setting a new men's recurve qualification record with 698 points to top the standings in Okazaki City. India also secured strong team positions across recurve and compound events, with Chikitha Taniparthi leading the women's compound field and the country finishing second in both men's recurve and women's compound team qualifications.

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World Politics & Diplomacy1h ago

Pope Leo XIV Draws Huge Crowds in France as Paris Visit Blends Faith, Politics and AI

Pope Leo XIV has arrived in France for a four-day visit that is drawing large crowds and renewed attention to the Catholic Church's place in a secular country. After being greeted by President Emmanuel Macron at Orly airport, the pontiff addressed geopolitical tensions and artificial intelligence at the Élysée Palace ahead of a Mass expected to bring more than half a million people to central Paris.

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World Politics & Diplomacy3h ago

Pope Leo Draws 800,000 to Central Paris as Faith, Pageantry and Politics Converge on Iconic Square

Pope Leo celebrated an open-air Mass in central Paris before an estimated 800,000 people, turning one of the city's most recognizable squares into a vast gathering of worshippers, pilgrims and onlookers. The scale of the event underscored the enduring global pull of the papacy and the logistical challenge of staging a major religious ceremony in the heart of a European capital.

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