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Thailand: Thousands of Lanterns Create Enchanting Scene at Yi Peng Festival 6

On November 5, 2025, Thailand celebrated the traditional Loy Krathong festival across the country. This year, many events were toned down or revised in accordance with the government’s request for restraint following the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit last month. In Chiang Mai, thousands of tourists gathered at a special venue outside the city, where they released countless sky lanterns (khom loi) simultaneously, creating a spectacular and enchanting scene in the night sky.

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Thailand: Thousands of Lanterns Create Enchanting Scene at Yi Peng Festival 4

On November 5, 2025, Thailand celebrated the traditional Loy Krathong festival across the country. This year, many events were toned down or revised in accordance with the government’s request for restraint following the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit last month. In Chiang Mai, thousands of tourists gathered at a special venue outside the city, where they released countless sky lanterns (khom loi) simultaneously, creating a spectacular and enchanting scene in the night sky.

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Thailand: Thousands of Lanterns Create Enchanting Scene at Yi Peng Festival 5

On November 5, 2025, Thailand celebrated the traditional Loy Krathong festival across the country. This year, many events were toned down or revised in accordance with the government’s request for restraint following the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit last month. In Chiang Mai, thousands of tourists gathered at a special venue outside the city, where they released countless sky lanterns (khom loi) simultaneously, creating a spectacular and enchanting scene in the night sky.

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Thailand: Thousands of Lanterns Create Enchanting Scene at Yi Peng Festival 2

On November 5, 2025, Thailand celebrated the traditional Loy Krathong festival across the country. This year, many events were toned down or revised in accordance with the government’s request for restraint following the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit last month. In Chiang Mai, thousands of tourists gathered at a special venue outside the city, where they released countless sky lanterns (khom loi) simultaneously, creating a spectacular and enchanting scene in the night sky.

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Thailand: Thousands of Lanterns Create Enchanting Scene at Yi Peng Festival 3

On November 5, 2025, Thailand celebrated the traditional Loy Krathong festival across the country. This year, many events were toned down or revised in accordance with the government’s request for restraint following the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit last month. In Chiang Mai, thousands of tourists gathered at a special venue outside the city, where they released countless sky lanterns (khom loi) simultaneously, creating a spectacular and enchanting scene in the night sky.

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Thailand: Thousands of Lanterns Create Enchanting Scene at Yi Peng Festival

On November 5, 2025, Thailand celebrated the traditional Loy Krathong festival across the country. This year, many events were toned down or revised in accordance with the government’s request for restraint following the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit last month. In Chiang Mai, thousands of tourists gathered at a special venue outside the city, where they released countless sky lanterns (khom loi) simultaneously, creating a spectacular and enchanting scene in the night sky.

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China: Flock of Crows Creates Eerie Movie-Like Scene in Zhangjiakou

On September 21, 2025, in Zhangjiakou, a video captured an extraordinary sight of countless crows flying together across the evening sky, creating a surreal scene that looked straight out of a movie.

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: The rivers and canals around Dhaka were once vital sanctuaries of biodiversity. Countless fish swam in their waters, serving as the main food source for fish-eating birds. But now that scene belongs to the past. What was once clear water is now occupied by heaps of garbage. Plastic, polythene, industrial waste, and household trash have severely polluted the water. Faced with a food crisis, fish-eating egrets are being forced to search for food in these piles of waste. Their natural food—fish—is no longer easily available, compelling them to look for alternatives. In Bangladesh, the filling up of rivers and wetlands, illegal encroachment, and plastic pollution together are pushing aquatic ecosystems towards destruction. These wetlands once provided shelter to thousands of native and migratory birds. But in recent years, their numbers have sharply declined. From the haors to Dhaka’s Turag and Balu rivers and other wetlands, the picture is the same: encroachment, landfilling,

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China: Swarm of Mosquitoes Covers Wall in Jiangsu After Heavy Rain

A shocking video from Jiangsu, China, on June 30, shows an exterior wall completely covered with countless mosquitoes after a rainstorm. Residents were seen using insecticide spray to disperse and kill the dense swarm, with clusters of mosquitoes visibly dropping from the wall.

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV Leads His First Regina Caeli Prayer - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV appears at the balcony of Saint Peter’s basilica for his first Regina Coeli address on May 11, 2025. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square and countless others following from around the world he issued an appeal for peace in the world. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM