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15 hours ago | aleteia.org | Christine Rousselle

While Pope Francis famously eschewed television, he enjoyed music and books as a way to keep himself entertained -- and more, to bring him closer to humanity. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Pope Francis' favorite songs included classical compositions and Mass settings. "I love Mozart, of course," Francis told Fr. Antonio Spadaro, editor in chief of La Civiltá Cattolica, back in 2013.

1 day ago | aleteia.org | Christine Rousselle

Here is a list of the cardinal-electors from countries where English is an official language. Name: Cardinal Wilton GregoryTitle: Archbishop Emeritus of WashingtonAge: 77Created Cardinal: Nov. 28, 2020First ConclaveName: Cardinal Robert McElroyTitle: Archbishop of WashingtonAge: 71Created cardinal: Aug. 27, 2022First ConclaveName: Cardinal Blase CupichTitle: Archbishop of ChicagoAge: 76Created cardinal: Nov.

1 day ago | aleteia.org | Christine Rousselle

Celebrities from all backgrounds and walks of life offered tributes and shared memories of their experiences with Pope Francis after his death on April 21 at the age of 88. Actor Jimmy Fallon, who was raised Catholic, shared a happy memory of when he and other comedians met Pope Francis last year. "It was an honor meeting Pope Francis last summer. I’m glad I made you laugh. Thank you for your encouraging words. Rest in peace," said Fallon, along with a photo of the two smiling at each other.

1 day ago | aleteia.org | Christine Rousselle

Police have charged a man with a multitude of crimes after he crashed into a Good Friday procession in the Philippines, killing three. Bishop Patricio Buzon, S.B.D., of Bacolod, said in a statement that the diocese is "deeply grieved by the tragic accident." "Their untimely and senseless death echoes the cry of Christ on the Cross: 'My God, my God, why...?' In moments like this, we too are left without answers," said Buzon in a statement published on Saturday.

2 days ago | aleteia.org | Christine Rousselle

Cardinals throughout the English-speaking world offered tributes and condolences after the death of Pope Francis on Tuesday, April 21. Cardinal Timothy Dolan, archbishop of New York, wrote that he was "honored to participate in the conclave that elected Pope Francis in 2013, and to have welcomed him here to New York in 2015."Pope Francis visited New York, Washington, and Philadelphia in 2015 during his trip to the United States.