"Pope Francis Addresses Church Abuse Fallout at World Youth Day in Portugal"

Pope Francis arrived in Portugal to open the first edition of World Youth Day since the pandemic began, aiming to inspire young Catholics while grappling with the ongoing clergy sexual abuse scandal. Over 1 million young people were expected to attend the event, which takes place over several days in Lisbon. The pope is scheduled to meet with Portuguese officials, visit historical sites, and meet with the Portuguese Catholic hierarchy to address the issue of clergy sexual abuse. The Portuguese bishops have faced criticism for their initial response to the abuse findings, and victims' advocates have launched a campaign to raise awareness. The event is seen as a ray of hope after the pandemic and lockdowns, but hot weather poses a challenge, with temperatures expected to reach 35°C (95°F).