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Pope Leo warns a 'paradise of machines' could undermine humanity on his France visit

Sep 25, 2026, 9:55 AM CDT

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Pope Leo XIV raised existential concerns about scientific progress, life and human rights during a speech on his first papal visit to France. (Image credit: Teresa Suarez)

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