Pope admits competing with Bad Bunny for youth attention during Madrid visit

(CNA, Pope's plane, 6th, combined foreign reports) Pope Leo XIV admitted today that his visit to the Spanish capital Madrid this weekend will compete for youth attention with a concert by Puerto Rican Latin hip-hop superstar Bad Bunny. According to the Associated Press, Leo XIV departed for a week-long visit to Spain today, with Madrid as his first stop. Bad Bunny is currently on a 10-concert tour in Spain, with two shows in Madrid this weekend. Speaking to reporters on the papal plane, Leo XIV acknowledged Bad Bunny's appeal when asked about reports of a resurgence of spirituality, particularly among Spanish youth. The Pope said he understands that young people today feel a lack of meaning in life and that his visit might help 'awaken' something in them. 'If they are asked, 'Do you want to go see Bad Bunny or the Pope?' I think many would go see Bad Bunny, but I believe there will be a few who come to see the Pope, and that is no small feat,' Leo XIV said. The Pope's trip to Spain will also include visits to Barcelona and the Canary Islands. As Spain is divided by political and church scandals, the Pope hopes to bring a message of unity. (Translated by Zhang Zhengqian) 1150606