American Cardinal Robert Prevost was shortly thereafter announced as the 267th pontiff. He chose the name Leo XIV, a senior cardinal deacon announced. The 69-year-old Chicago native is the first American pope and is seen as a diplomat in the church.

Sign up here to get stories like this sent to your inbox.The new Pope is an American. Do not for a minute think he wants to Make America Great Again.Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on Thursday became leader to the world’s 1.

‘Boardwalk Empire’ star arrested in New York Michael Pitt has been accused of sexually assaulting and physically attacking his ex-girlfriend, according to a grand jury indictment. The 44-year-old actor was arrested last week on nine counts, including first-degree sexual abuse, criminal sexual acts, assault, attempted assault and strangulation.