On electing a pope: 10 frequently asked questions answered
(OSV News) -- Thousands gather in St. Peter's Square, waiting for the sign that a new pope has been elected. All watch as the dark wisps of smoke ascending...
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The history of St. Mary Major, the basilica where Pope Francis will be entombed
(OSV News) -- Each year on Aug. 5 the church liturgical calendar commemorates the dedication of St. Mary Major (in Italian, Santa Maria Maggiore), one...
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Snow White and the significance of fairy tales
Like the catchy tune in their live action remake of Snow White, Disney clearly has some "princess problems" with their classic fairy tale source material....
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Carlo Acutis: Computer programmer, Eucharist devotee, first millennial saint
(OSV News) -- Blessed Carlo Acutis had a PlayStation. He made awkward videos with his friends. His favorite cartoon was "Pokémon." And on April 27, he...
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As 'Laudato Si'' turns 10, experts urge greater response to pope's urgent message on climate
(OSV News) -- In 2015, Pope Francis shared an urgent message with the world. Writing in "Laudato Si', on Care for Our Common Home," he said the Earth...
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