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Pope Leo canonizes first millennial — Focus on Europe

September 11, 2025

Italy’s Carlo Acutis is viewed as an internet saint. He used digital media to share his faith online. Plus: Thousands of university students in the Netherlands are still looking for accommodation, which is expensive and in short supply.

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What drives people in Europe – politically, socially and culturally? How do Europeans lead their lives? What are their views, hopes and fears? Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People provides the answers.

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