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Voting in conclave represents universality of Catholic Church, not individual countries: Cardinal Sebastian Francis

The first Malaysian cardinal to vote for a pope said cardinals were united in the kind of leader the church needed

From the Vatican to the world: why the pope matters far beyond the Catholic Church – Fabian Peter

As Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes the first American pope, taking on the name Pope Leo XIV, the world once again turns its eyes to the Vatican. But what is it about the papacy that captivates global attention, far beyond Catholic circles?

Black smoke rises over Sistine Chapel: no new pope yet

Around 45,000 faithful gather in St Peter’s Square in silence before applauding after smoke emerged at 9pm Vatican City time (3am M’sian time), conclave continues to vote today

Don’t expect Francis’ clone, every pope brings his own calling: Fr Gerard

As cardinals gather to elect a new pope, St John Cathedral's Fr Gerard Theraviam reminds Catholics each pontiff brings his own path, shaped by the times and guided by the Spirit

Conclave: No frontrunners in race for pope — even Malaysia’s Cardinal Sebastian has a shot

As speculation swirls over who will succeed Pope Francis, Rev Fr Gerard Theraviam calls talk of frontrunners ‘media hype’, saying the Holy Spirit could guide the conclave toward an unexpected choice

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Duck and cover? FashionValet bought Vivy’s 30 Maple for RM95 mil in 2018

Purchase of Duck's holding company which appears to be owned wholly by Datin Vivy Yusof and husband Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar was made same year GLICs invested RM47 mil

12 hours on the road no guarantee for liveable wages, say several food delivery riders

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National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports