At Pope Francis’ funeral in April 2025, even these royals wore traditional black veils and modest dresses to honor the occasion’s solemnity.
The “privilege of white” reflects the close ties between certain monarchies and the Catholic Church. It remains one of the Vatican’s most exclusive and symbolic traditions.
Following Pope Francis’ passing, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected and took the name Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025, ushering in a new era for the Church.
A new innovation in automotive lighting could make night driving safer and more comfortable. Engineers are developing adaptive headlight dimmers that allow drivers to manually or automatically adjust the…
A new innovation in automotive lighting could make night driving safer and more comfortable. Engineers are developing adaptive headlight dimmers that allow drivers to manually or automatically adjust the…
Experts say this could be especially helpful in urban areas or during fog and heavy rain, where full-beam headlights can cause reflection or dazzle other drivers. The…
My husband Jake let his best friend, Alex, move in while his place was being renovated—without asking me. What was supposed to be a short stay turned…
Jake called, overwhelmed and begging me to return. I said I’d come back when Alex was gone and the house was clean. To my surprise, he actually…
Traditionally, women meeting the pope are expected to wear black with a veil, symbolizing modesty and respect. However, a rare exception exists: the “privilège du blanc” (privilege of white),…
