Vatican Communications Shake-Up: Pope Leo XIV has named Maria Montserrat “Montse” Alvarado, president of EWTN News, as the first lay woman prefect of the Dicastery for Communication, taking over Nov. 1 and replacing Paolo Ruffini—an unmistakable push to modernize how the Holy See broadcasts its message. Church-Tech Dialogue: Former Silicon Valley executive Father Brendan McGuire says “Magnifica Humanitas” is opening real conversations with tech firms, including work with Anthropic on ethical guidance. AI, But Make It Moral: The encyclical’s “disarm AI” message keeps going viral, with publishers and regulators watching closely as AI systems reshape media, attention, and power. Global Peace Messaging: In his weekly address, Pope Leo urged leaders toward just, lasting peace, framing the Church’s rosary-led prayers as a worldwide call to end wars. Spain Visit Security Shadow: Ahead of Pope Leo’s June 6-12 trip, a pro-ISIS propaganda image tied to the itinerary has raised alarm, even as the Vatican says there’s no confirmed plot. Franciscan Jubilee Pilgrimage: Pope Leo’s Franciscan Jubilee Year invites pilgrims to walk in St. Francis’ footsteps, with Assisi expected to draw huge crowds. Arts & Culture: Mark E Smith’s once-maligned Vatican-themed play “Hey! Luciani” is set for a 40-years-later revival, bringing its surreal papal spectacle back to the stage.