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Bill Gates plans to give away most of his fortune by 2045, blasts Musk

In a sweeping philanthropic pledge, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates announced Thursday that he will give away nearly hi…

Moon dust 'rarer than gold' arrives in UK from China

First Moon samples collected in nearly 50 years and loaned by China for the first time are now in the UK.

Pope Leo XIV Is From Chicago. Is He a Cubs or a White Sox Fan?

Fans from both teams seemed to claim him as their own, but his brother had the final answer.

For the faithful in St. Peter’s Square, confusion and shock gave way to relief.

Vatican crowds react to the announcement of a new pope.

Tens of thousands of people descended on St Peter’s Square to witness and celebrate the new pope. Sharing the moment wi…

Who is Pope Leo XIV, the first US pontiff?

Al Jazeera looks at Pope Leo's views, background and his journey from Chicago to the top of the Catholic Church.

Pope Leo XIV is a Chicago native who led Augustinian order

Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago and worked extensively in Peru and Italy. His brother says he loves to play Wordle and…

What we know about Pope Leo XIV’s political and social views

Delving into Pope Leo XIV’s views, including on LGBTQ+ rights, the climate and women in the church.

Sorry, Cubs fans: Pope Leo roots for the White Sox, his brother says

The new pope's Chicago roots led to speculation whether he held any rooting interests in the city's teams. The answer i…

Leo XIV, elevated by Francis, becomes first American pope

The election of a first North American pontiff came after the death of the first Latin American pope and signaled a rel…

How social media reacted to the Vatican's new pope

As the new pope was elected, Catholics celebrated around the world from outside of the Vatican to the streets of New Yo…

Trump reiterates call for unconditional 30-day Ukraine ceasefire

US President Donald Trump on Thursday renewed calls for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine, pressing Russia to…