Though Leo XIV is from Chicago, his election to the papacy reflects the move of Christianity toward the Global South.

His first outing since his election was to a sanctuary dedicated to the Madonna and is of particular significance to his Augustinian order.

Live updates and latest news as the first North American pope steps into his role as the new leader of the Catholic Church.

U.S. Cardinal Robert Prevost, who on Thursday was elected as the new leader of the Catholic Church taking up the name of Leo ...