Sanrio solidifies its dominance in the world of anime-style mascots in a new Japanese "Gen Z" survey ranking popular trends ...

Facebook “Keanu and I are not interested in going backwards,” John Wick co-creator Chad Stahelski began when asked whether or not the new anime project was a prequel. “With the anime ...

Pikachu from Pokémon is one of the cutest anime mascots ever. Yet, many iconic franchise mascots are even more adorable or important than the electric mouse. Characters like Doreamon have easily ...

On May 8, the world was introduced to the new pope. As I am sure you’re aware, the plume of white smoke arose from the chimney of the Vatican, signifying a majority vote by the Conclave of ...

NEW ORLEANS (RNS and NPR) — ‘I’m praying for this new pope from the United States who has roots in the 7th Ward. That was a mind-blowing moment for me,’ said one Black priest, whose ...

“The first American pope” is not the first thing that occurred to mathematician Martin Nowak when the former Cardinal Robert Prevost appeared on the balcony overlooking St. Peter’s Square ...

Given that McDonald’s Japan has made multiple collaborations with other anime series, it is likely that the fast food chain is foreshadowing a new partnership with another franchise. A ...

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from Matthew Bunson’s new book, Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope, from EWTN Publishing and available at EWTNRC.com. The pontificate of ...

Although Pope Francis already set Aug. 3 as the date to declare the sainthood of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, Pope Leo XIV will hold a meeting with cardinals to approve his canonization and that ...

Pope Leo XIV waves to pilgrims during his general audience on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican. | Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA ...