Pope Leo XIV held a telephone conversation with Colombian President Abelardo De la Espriella on Wednesday to express solidarity following a severe earthquake in Colombia. ^[1] Four textile companies in the Roanne region manufactured 5,000 new liturgical stoles for the Pope's visit. ^[2] Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to hold multiple services in the French cities of Lourdes and Metz between September 25 and 28. ^[3] The Diocese of Daule will host the IV Encuentro Juvenil Diocesano on September 5 and 6, 2026, at the Unidad Educativa Santa Narcisa de Jesús in Nobol. ^[4] Vanity Fair magazine included Pope Leo XIV in its 2026 list of best-dressed figures, placing him in the 'The Originals' category. ^[5] A fundraising campaign for Pope Leo XIV's September trip to France has achieved unexpected success. ^[6] The Vatican reported that the pontiff expressed solidarity with families of the deceased, the injured, and those participating in rescue and care efforts. ^[7] Antoine Saint-Pierre, president of one of the four companies, explained that the production was a response to a request from the French Bishops' Conference. ^[8] The 5,000 stoles are ecru in color and feature a blue cross woven in relief at the ends. ^[9] Pope Leo XIV conveyed condolences to President Abelardo de la Espriella regarding the loss of human lives in Colombia. ^[10] The meeting between Pope Leo XIV and President Abelardo de la Espriella lasted for 20 minutes. ^[11] Pope León XIV reiterated his solidarity with those suffering from the earthquake's consequences, specifically highlighting support for the families of the deceased, the injured, rescue teams, and humanitarian personnel. ^[12]