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Pope Leo XIV celebrates open-air Mass in front of 800,000 people in central Paris
26 September 2026
More than 800,000 people filled the streets of central Paris to hear Pope Leo XIV say Mass on Saturday, according to Vatican estimates. The pontiff rounded out the second day of his four-day apostolic visit to France by praying at the Grotto of Massabielle in Lourdes, a renowned pilgrimage site for Catholics from across the world.
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Maricarmen Vs The ‘Vultures’: A “social tragedy” mobilising Spaniards
26 September 2026
Protests are ongoing in Madrid right now, with many demonstrators holding signs and banners that read “Maricarmen vs the Vultures”. “Maricarmen, you are not alone.” Or “Ni una Maricarmen más.” Not one more Maricarmen.
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Pope Leo XIV addresses youth at giant Paris Mass
26 September 2026
🇫🇷 🇻🇦 During #Pope Leo XIV's giant Mass at the Place de la Concorde in #Paris on Saturday, he spoke directly to Catholic youth, calling them the "Church of today".
The pontiff made efforts to connect with young people during his visit, holding a youth vigil at the Stade de #France on Friday.
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Thousands march in Madrid to protest eviction of 87-year-old woman
26 September 2026
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal on Wednesday sparked a thousands-strong protest in the streets of Madrid Saturday, with demonstrators calling for greater protection for tenants. Widespread anger at rising housing costs have put pressure on centre-left Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, whose government is expected to approve a package of pro-tenant measures in its next cabinet meeting.