Catholics across Latin America prayed for Pope Francis as the Vatican reported he remains in critical condition at a Rome hospital. From Mexico to Argentina, the region rallied in support of the first Latin American pope.
Masses, candlelight vigils, and prayers were held across Latin America on Saturday for Pope Francis, who was admitted to hospital on February 14 and remains in critical condition.
In Buenos Aires, a message reading “the city prays for you” was projected onto the city’s Obelisk. Argentina also issued a nationwide call for prayers, urging communities to unite in support of the pope.
Many in the region feel a cultural connection to Francis, who served as archbishop of Buenos Aires before becoming pope in 2013. “Since he’s Latino, he shares our feelings and culture,” said a worshipper in Mexico City.
Brazil, home to the world’s largest Catholic population, also saw widespread prayers. “It’s not just about worshipping Christ, but also praying for our pope and our church,” said a churchgoer in São Paulo.
Francis, 88, remains under close medical supervision, with Catholics worldwide hoping for his recovery.
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The Trump administration has ordered U.S. federal employees to submit a list of their work accomplishments by Monday night or risk losing their jobs, raising legal and procedural questions over mass firings.
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Scientists have successfully observed plastic Ice VII, an exotic form of water previously predicted by theoretical models, shedding new light on how water behaves under extreme conditions, both on Earth and potentially on alien worlds.
A recent discovery has revealed that ancient artifacts from the Treasure of Villena were crafted using metal from meteorites, offering new insights into early metalworking techniques in the Iberian Peninsula.
A long-term U.S. study suggests that just two servings of yogurt per week may help protect against certain types of colorectal cancer, highlighting the potential health benefits of its living bacteria and the link between diet and gut health.
French scientists have set a new record by maintaining high-temperature plasma for 22 minutes, bringing the world closer to the promise of nuclear fusion as a clean, sustainable energy source.
Apple has removed its advanced data protection tool for UK users after the government demanded access to encrypted data, raising concerns about user privacy and security.
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