SUMMARY: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio embraced the Vatican’s offer to host Russia-Ukraine peace talks, following Pope Leo XIV’s vow to personally strive for peace. Rubio met Vatican leaders, including Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, appreciating the Holy See’s humanitarian efforts, such as prisoner exchanges and returning Ukrainian children. Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, urged all sides toward “authentic, just, and lasting peace.” Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin reaffirmed readiness to provide a neutral venue for dialogue after failed Istanbul ceasefire talks. The Vatican, known for diplomatic neutrality and historic peace efforts, stands ready to facilitate negotiations to end the conflict.

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SUMMARY: Pope Leo XIV is set to celebrate his first mass as pope, and the author reflects on his connection to him. Both grew up in Chicago and share a love for the White Sox. The pope’s diverse background, with ties to Chicago, Haiti, France, Italy, and Spain, makes him relatable to many. His ability to connect with people from various cultures and languages is highlighted. The author likens the pope’s widespread appeal to a racial draft sketch from the Dave Chappelle show, seeing his unifying presence as a hopeful sign of faith and potential for peace, exemplified by his offer of the Vatican as a neutral space for Russia and Ukraine.

CBS News Miami’s Jim Berry raps about Pope Leo XIV in ohis Absolutely Not segment this week.

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SUMMARY: Chris Brown and fellow musician Omolulu Akinlolu, known as “Hoody Baby,” face charges in connection with an alleged assault on music producer Abe Diaw at a London nightclub in 2023. Akinlolu, 38, was charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and is due in court in Manchester. Brown, 36, was jailed without bail on the same charge and is set to appear in Southwark Crown Court on June 13, the third day of his world tour. The attack, which occurred at Tape nightclub, was captured on surveillance footage. Brown, known for hits like “Run It” and “Kiss Kiss,” did not enter a plea.

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