Pope Leo XIV Becomes First American Pontiff Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected the 267th pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. The 69-year-old Illinois native is the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church, following the death of Pope Francis. His election was announced Thursday, May 8, after two days of conclave…
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Known for his fluency in Spanish and Italian and his centrist approach, Pope Leo is considered a bridge between tradition and progress. In his first address from St. Peter’s Basilica, he greeted the crowd with: “Peace be with you.” Charities and clergy have praised his commitment to social justice and his humility. “The bishop is…
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Tragic Loss: Loyola Tennis Star Braun Levi Dies at 18 On May 4, 2025, 18-year-old Loyola High School tennis star Braun Levi was killed in a suspected DUI crash in Manhattan Beach. Just days earlier, Levi had celebrated becoming the nation’s top-ranked boys’ tennis player and winning his fourth consecutive Mission League doubles title. The…
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Levi, known for his leadership, humility, and vibrant personality, had overcome family hardship and was set to attend the University of Virginia. His death devastated the Loyola community, prompting a candlelight vigil and widespread tributes. Levi is survived by his parents and sister. He is remembered as a gifted athlete, beloved friend, and inspiring presence.
Pope Leo XIV: The First American Pontiff On May 8, 2025, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago made history as the first American elected pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. Born in 1955, Prevost has dual U.S.–Peruvian citizenship and spent decades serving as a missionary and bishop in Peru. Fluent in multiple languages and…
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As head of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Bishops, he oversaw global bishop appointments and promoted inclusive governance. Pope Leo XIV’s papacy is expected to focus on unity, compassion, and guiding the Church through modern challenges.
At first glance, the task seems straightforward: count the number of dots in the image. Simple. But, as with many puzzles that go viral, there’s more to it than meets the eye. This specific puzzle features an arrangement of green dots forming a cross-like shape. You might think it’s as easy as counting the dots,…
That’s why many people miss some of the less obvious dots embedded in the image. Our minds are naturally inclined to simplify tasks, sometimes at the expense of accuracy. A B C ANSWER: The Main Dots: The first thing you notice is the set of BLACK dots. There are 7 BLACK dots in total. The…
Henry often came home from work exhausted, complaining that he was the only one working hard while his wife, Alison, stayed at home “doing nothing.” Alison, a devoted housewife and mother of four, was deeply hurt by his words. Tired of being taken for granted, she challenged Henry to switch roles for a few days….
and a beautifully plated dinner. Shocked, she praised Henry, only for him to admit that he had hired a housemaid. Defeated but honest, Henry apologized, finally understanding how demanding and exhausting Alison’s role truly was. They laughed, made peace, and decided to keep the maid. Henry returned to work with a new appreciation for his…
