The true meaning of an American Pope

ON MAY 8, I STOOD ON THE COLON-nades of St. Peter’s Square on the beautiful afternoon a new Pope was elected, shoulder to shoulder with pilgrims from every corner of the globe.

A NEW ERA

Pope Leo XIV will be the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church and its 1.4 billion followers

Israeli reserves For new Gaza offensive

ISRAEL’S GOVERNMENT CONFIRMED WHAT many in Gaza had feared: its military will seize the territory indefinitely, calling up tens of thousands of reserve soldiers to significantly expand operations.

Mark Carney Canada's leader

In a pivotal election on April 28, Mark Carney's Liberal Party won a fresh mandate.

CHARLOTTE ROCKS CAMO!

Another milestone, another royal portrait. On May 2, Kensington Palace released a new photo of Princess Charlotte to mark her 10th birthday.

Will Charles Ever Forgive Harry?

WITH HIS LATEST BOMBSHELL INTERVIEW, PRINCE HARRY MAY HAVE DESTROYED ANY CHANCE OF MAKING PEACE WITH THE ROYAL FAMILY

Keanu & Sandra TOGETHER AGAIN

After THREE DECADES OF FRIENDSHIP, KEANU REEVES AND SANDRA BULLOCK ARE REUNITING FOR A NEW MOVIE

A Ring for Kylie?

Finally! After two years of dating, at the 70th annual David di Donatello Awards in Rome on May 7, Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet made their long-awaited red carpet debut.

a SLICE of SUMMER

We've got one in a melon ideas to make sure you and your loved ones enjoy every juicy second of sunny season.

the BOMB crafts

Our Chief Crafting Officer Amanda Kingloff has four fun ways to beat summer boredom.

10 things to know about SLEEP

These expert-vetted facts and tips are anything but a snoozethey could help you get better zzz's.

just breathe

It's good for your heart and your mind.

Life lessons

As WD's Rabbi in Residence, I'll share some ancient and universal Jewish wisdom that I hope will help everyone lead a more beautiful life.

CRAFT-A-PALOOZA!

Two days in bucolic Ireland to debate art and design? Follow us. By INGRID ABRAMOVITCH

KNIVES OUT

How to make even a simple meal momentous? Decorative cutlery, an art that has taken its share of sharp turns, is back at the head of the table.

MOLTO MAISON

With a makeover by architect Peter Marino and an entire floor dedicated to home decor, Louis Vuitton's Milan flagship makes a striking statement in the global capital of design.

MATTER IN HAND

Explorations in material take on deeper meaning in the work of these four talented makers, whose collectible objects are as functional as they are covetable. We sat down with Chuma Maweni, Osanna Visconti, Simone Bodmer-Turner, and Ombia Studio founder Cristina Moreno to talk about unexpected sources of inspiration, pivotal career moments, and experiences that shaped who they are and how they create today. The South Africa—based ceramist has put his stamp on traditional Zulu and Xhosa techniques.

HEY HEY MY MY

Canadian designer Montana Labelle brings a love of handcrafted interiors and a rock 'n' roll sensibility to her renovation of a house in Toronto.

TOWARD the LIGHT

In the Mexican state of Oaxaca, Will and Kerstin Meyer have designed a vacation home that reflects its coastal setting along with the region's rich artisanal traditions.

PER MY LAST EMAIL

How an ambitious (and detailed) correspondence begot a refined yet fanciful forever home in Albany, New York, with interiors by Nicholas Obeid.

safe haven FOR HAILEY

A reality show transformed a cold, dark basement into the ultimate sanctuary for physical therapy and family bonding.

from the HEART with Candace Cameron Bure

In my column as your Chief Spiritual Officer, I share a meaningful verse that lifts my spirits and guides me in the right direction. I hope it does the same for you!

Twist & shout

We all scream for ice cream, especially during National Ice Cream Month, and now you can get your swirl on at home with an innovative kitchen gadget. We got the scoop from our friends at Good Housekeeping.

"I had to help any way I could"

Zibby Owens used her Santa Monica, CA, bookstore to help the community affected by the fires that had threatened her home.

MY PERFECT DAY with woman's day

In our heartwarming TV series, WD Editor in Chief Meaghan B Murphy is the fairy godmother-like host, traveling across the country to astonish deserving folks (nominated by their loved ones) with bucket-list experiences, life-changing gifts, and big emotions.

What's for dinner tonight?!

Easy meals for the whole family

practice being present

Taking yourself off autopilot and really noticing the world around you can have a profound effect on your physical and mental health. In this installment of our Power Up Program, WD Editor in Chief Meaghan B Murphy shares the science behind conscious living and offers proven strategies to help you capture the moments.

This month it's...DRIVE-THRU favorites

Our at-home versions of fast-food staples celebrate all there is to love about this iconic American way of eating- they're quick, convenient, and affordable. Chowing down in your car is optional.

WHEN TO SEE A SPECIALIST

In her new column, Rita Konig tackles modern design dilemmas, both practical and philosophical. Up next: the glory of the bespoke, when to resist it, and who to know.

ARCHITECTURE OF TIME

Flying high requires more than a plane ticket. Patek Philippe knows this better than anyone, as evidenced by the decades of cultish fervor surrounding its World Time watches.