It sounds unbelievable today, but Pope Leo XIII publicly praised a cocaine infused wine because, in the late 1800s, cocaine ...
In a 1902 apostolic letter marking his 25th year in the Petrine ministry, Pope Leo XIII reflects that “the ardent desire of Our heart was not only to enlighten minds, but also to move and purify ...
Explore the fascinating story of Pope Leo XIII and his unusual fondness for cocaine wine. This historical deep dive uncovers ...
Remarking on the news this week that Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich would present Sen. Dick Durbin, a strong supporter of abortion rights, with a lifetime achievement award, Pope Leo gave a ...
In a letter released on the opening day of the 2026 Winter Olympics, Pope Leo XIV calls on the Catholic Church to recognize ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pope Leo XIV greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square on Oct. 11, 2025. ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images He named himself after ...