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Leo XIV, new pope and 'humble servant of God', visits Francis's tomb
Leo XIV, new pope and 'humble servant of God', visits Francis's tomb

Leo XIV prayed at the tomb of Pope Francis on Saturday, just two days after being elected new head of the Catholic Church and hours after vowing to humbly follow in his predecessor's footsteps.

May 10, 2025

India claims Pakistan violated truce, says it is retaliating
India claims Pakistan violated truce, says it is retaliating

India accused Pakistan of violating a fragile ceasefire agreement Saturday and said it was retaliating, hours after US President Donald Trump announced that the nuclear-armed neighbours had stepped back from the brink of full-blown war.

May 10, 2025

Champions League race hots up as Man City held, Villa win
Champions League race hots up as Man City held, Villa win

Manchester City were held to a shock goalless draw by Premier League basement club Southampton on Saturday while Aston Villa beat Bournemouth as the race for Champions League places hots up.

May 10, 2025

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Injury forces Saints quarterback Carr to retire
Injury forces Saints quarterback Carr to retire

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has retired following a shoulder injury, the team said on Saturday.

May 10, 2025

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Leo XIV, 'humble servant of God', visits sanctuary in first papal outing
Leo XIV, 'humble servant of God', visits sanctuary in first papal outing

Leo XIV visited an Augustinian sanctuary near Rome Saturday in his first outing since being made pope, after telling cardinals he intended to follow his predecessor's path as pontiff, praising Francis's "complete dedication to service".

May 10, 2025