Tag Archives: Vatican

Well, That was a Surprise, or was It?

Conclave (2024) The timing of this film couldn’t have been more fortuitous. Within months of its release, Pope Francis died, and the real conclave happened soon afterward. Since we don’t get to see what goes on behind closed doors, with … Continue reading

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He’s an American First

Pope Leo XIV (Elected May 8, 2025) It only took four votes, over two days. The speculation was that the new Pope could be either American or Canadian born. As MSNBC’s Chris Hayes said last night, “We have a pope … Continue reading

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Say Hello and Wave Goodbye

Pope Francis Dies (April 21, 2025) Pope Francis died at the age of 88 on 21 April 2025 (Easter Monday) at 07:35 CEST (UTC+02:00) at his residence, the Domus Sanctae Marthae in Vatican City. His death was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell in a broadcast by Vatican Media and in a … Continue reading

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Was This Man a Fraudster or an Inspired Writer?

Edmond Bordeaux Szekely (March 5, 1905 – 1979) There is a purpose to this post: I want to see if there are signs of conscious fraud in Szekely‘s birth chart. As his birth time is unknown, I have rectified his … Continue reading

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