How Trump’s Jesus-like image and feud with the Pope are sparking backlash

Trump’s Jesus-like Image and Clash with the Pope Ignite Debate

President Donald Trump has drawn criticism following a controversial post on Truth Social, which featured an AI-generated depiction of him as a Christ-like figure. The image, which has since been taken down, portrayed Trump performing a healing act in a hospital setting. This came shortly after he released a detailed critique of Pope Leo XIV. The BBC’s Sarah Smith delves into the growing tension between the president and the pontiff, as well as the reactions from his loyal supporters.

Apollo 13’s Legacy Revisited

The Artemis II crew recently set a new benchmark for distance from Earth during their 10-day lunar mission. Their journey surpassed the 248,655-mile (400,171km) record previously held by the Apollo 13 crew in 1970. Astronaut Christina Koch expressed relief upon re-establishing contact:

“It is so great to hear from Earth again.”

The team’s Orion spacecraft is still pushing boundaries, with the astronauts navigating the far side of the Moon for the third day.

Humanity’s New Frontier

Canada’s first deep-space astronaut, Jeremy Hansen, joined the mission as part of the four-member crew. The United States aims to lead the return of humans to the Moon by 2028, making this mission a critical step toward that goal. While the Artemis II crew didn’t land on the lunar surface, they conducted tests on the Orion spacecraft, including simulations for maneuvering the vessel.

Behind the Scenes of Space Exploration

Rebecca Morelle, the BBC’s Science Editor, captured the launch of NASA’s first crewed Moon mission in half a century from just three miles away. The powerful rocket’s liftoff was witnessed by passengers on a commercial flight, who were treated to a rare aerial view. The crew, now back on Earth, shared video updates with families, reflecting on their experiences during the historic voyage.