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Last Updated: February 14, 2026
1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS
These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity (“you”), and DuBoisLIVE, doing business as DuBoisLIVE ("DuBoisLIVE," “we,” “us,” or “our”), concerning your access to and use of the duboislive.com website as well as any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related, linked, or otherwise connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”).
We are registered in Pennsylvania, United States, and are based in DuBois, PA. You agree that by accessing the Site, you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by all of these Terms of Use. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESE TERMS OF USE, THEN YOU ARE EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED FROM USING THE SITE AND YOU MUST DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY.
Supplemental terms and conditions or documents that may be posted on the Site from time to time are hereby expressly incorporated herein by reference. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to make changes or modifications to these Terms of Use at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of these Terms of Use, and you waive any right to receive specific notice of each such change. Please ensure that you check the applicable Terms every time you use our Site so that you understand which Terms apply. You will be subject to, and will be deemed to have been made aware of and to have accepted, the changes in any revised Terms of Use by your continued use of the Site after the date such revised Terms of Use are posted.
The information provided on the Site is not intended for distribution to or use by any person or entity in any jurisdiction or country where such distribution or use would be contrary to law or regulation or would subject us to any registration requirement within such jurisdiction or country. Accordingly, those persons who choose to access the Site from other locations do so on their own initiative and are solely responsible for compliance with local laws, if and to the extent local laws are applicable.
The Site is not tailored to comply with industry-specific regulations (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), etc.), so if your interactions would be subjected to such laws, you may not use this Site. You may not use the Site in a way that would violate the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA).
The Site is intended for users who are at least 13 years of age. All users who are minors in the jurisdiction in which they reside (generally under the age of 18) must have the permission of, and be directly supervised by, their parent or guardian to use the Site. If you are a minor, you must have your parent or guardian read and agree to these Terms of Use prior to you using the Site.
2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
Unless otherwise indicated, the Site is our proprietary property and all source code, databases, functionality, software, website designs, audio, video, text, photographs, and graphics on the Site (collectively, the “Content”) and the trademarks, service marks, and logos contained therein (the “Marks”) are owned or controlled by us or licensed to us, and are protected by copyright and trademark laws and various other intellectual property rights and unfair competition laws of the United States, international copyright laws, and international conventions.
The Content and the Marks are provided on the Site “AS IS” for your information and personal use only. Except as expressly provided in these Terms of Use, no part of the Site and no Content or Marks may be copied, reproduced, aggregated, republished, uploaded, posted, publicly displayed, encoded, translated, transmitted, distributed, sold, licensed, or otherwise exploited for any commercial purpose whatsoever, without our express prior written permission.
Provided that you are eligible to use the Site, you are granted a limited license to access and use the Site and to download or print a copy of any portion of the Content to which you have properly gained access solely for your personal, non-commercial use. We reserve all rights not expressly granted to you in and to the Site, the Content, and the Marks.
3. USER REPRESENTATIONS
By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:
(1) all registration information you submit will be true, accurate, current, and complete;
(2) you will maintain the accuracy of such information and promptly update such registration information as necessary;
(3) you have the legal capacity and you agree to comply with these Terms of Use;
(4) you are not under the age of 13;
(5) you are not a minor in the jurisdiction in which you reside, or if a minor, you have received parental permission to use the Site;
(6) you will not access the Site through automated or non-human means, whether through a bot, script, scraper, or otherwise;
(7) you will not use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose; and
(8) your use of the Site will not violate any applicable law or regulation.
If you provide any information that is untrue, inaccurate, not current, or incomplete, we have the right to suspend or terminate your account and refuse any and all current or future use of the Site (or any portion thereof).
4. USER REGISTRATION
You may be required to register with the Site. You agree to keep your password confidential and will be responsible for all use of your account and password. We reserve the right to remove, reclaim, or change a username you select if we determine, in our sole discretion, that such username is inappropriate, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.
Account Security And Unauthorized Use
You agree to:
- notify us promptly of any unauthorized access to or use of your account;
- maintain the security of your credentials; and
- accept responsibility for activities that occur under your account, whether or not authorized by you.
We may suspend or terminate accounts we believe are compromised, being used fraudulently, or violating these Terms.
5. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
You may not access or use the Site for any purpose other than that for which we make the Site available. The Site may not be used in connection with any commercial endeavors except those specifically endorsed or approved by us.
As a user of the Site, you agree not to:
- Systematically retrieve data or other content from the Site to create or compile, directly or indirectly, a collection, compilation, database, or directory without written permission from us.
- Use trickery, defraud, or mislead us and other users, especially in any attempt to learn sensitive account information such as user passwords.
- Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Site.
- Disparage, tarnish, or otherwise harm, in our opinion, us and/or the Site.
- Use any information obtained from the Site in order to harass, abuse, or harm another person.
- Make improper use of our support services or submit false reports of abuse or misconduct.
- Use the Site in a manner inconsistent with any applicable laws or regulations.
- Engage in unauthorized framing of or linking to the Site.
- Upload or transmit viruses, Trojan horses, or other material, including spam or disruptive content.
- Engage in any automated use of the system, such as scripts, bots, scraping, data mining, robots, or similar extraction tools.
- Delete the copyright or other proprietary rights notice from any Content.
- Attempt to impersonate another user or person or use the username of another user.
- Upload or transmit any passive or active information collection mechanism (“spyware,” “PCMs,” etc.).
- Interfere with, disrupt, or create an undue burden on the Site or networks/services connected to it.
- Harass, annoy, intimidate, or threaten any of our employees or agents.
- Attempt to bypass measures designed to prevent or restrict access to the Site.
- Copy or adapt the Site’s software or code.
- Decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any software comprising the Site.
- Use, launch, develop, or distribute any unauthorized automated system.
- Use a buying agent or purchasing agent to make purchases on the Site.
- Collect usernames/emails for unsolicited email or create accounts by automated means or false pretenses.
- Use the Site as part of any effort to compete with us or use the Site/Content for revenue-generating endeavors without permission.
- Sell or otherwise transfer your profile.
6. USER-GENERATED CONTRIBUTIONS
The Site may invite you to chat, contribute to, or participate in blogs, message boards, online forums, comments, and other functionality, and may provide you with the opportunity to create, submit, post, display, transmit, perform, publish, distribute, or broadcast content and materials (collectively, "Contributions").
Contributions may be viewable by other users of the Site and through third-party websites. Any Contributions you transmit may be treated as non-confidential and non-proprietary.
When you create or make available any Contributions, you represent and warrant that:
- Your Contributions do not infringe any third-party rights.
- You have the necessary rights, consents, releases, and permissions for any content you post.
- You have written consent of identifiable individuals featured in your Contributions where required.
- Your Contributions are not false, inaccurate, or misleading.
- Your Contributions are not spam, mass solicitations, pyramid schemes, or unauthorized advertising.
- Your Contributions are not obscene, defamatory, harassing, violent, or otherwise objectionable.
- Your Contributions do not violate any applicable law, regulation, or rule.
- Your Contributions do not violate privacy or publicity rights.
- Your Contributions do not violate laws intended to protect minors, including child exploitation laws.
- Your Contributions do not include offensive comments connected to protected categories.
Any use of the Site in violation of the foregoing violates these Terms and may result in termination or suspension.
7. CONTRIBUTION LICENSE
By posting your Contributions to any part of the Site or making Contributions accessible by linking your account to any social networking account, you automatically grant to us an unrestricted, unlimited, irrevocable, perpetual, non-exclusive, transferable, royalty-free, fully-paid, worldwide right and license to host, use, copy, reproduce, disclose, publish, broadcast, retitle, archive, store, cache, publicly perform, publicly display, reformat, translate, transmit, excerpt, and distribute such Contributions for any purpose, commercial, advertising, or otherwise, and to prepare derivative works of, or incorporate into other works, and grant and authorize sublicenses of the foregoing.
You retain ownership of your Contributions. We are not liable for statements in Contributions. We may, in our sole discretion, edit, redact, recategorize, prescreen, or delete any Contributions at any time, and we have no obligation to monitor Contributions.
8. GUIDELINES FOR REVIEWS
(Your existing review guidelines remain in effect and are adopted here without limitation.)
We may accept, reject, or remove reviews at our sole discretion. Reviews are not endorsed by us and do not necessarily represent our opinions. By posting a review, you grant us the license described in Section 7 as it applies to review content.
9. MOBILE APPLICATION LICENSE
(Your existing mobile application license terms remain in effect and are incorporated here without limitation, including Apple/Android distributor terms.)
10. SOCIAL MEDIA / THIRD-PARTY ACCOUNTS
(Your existing social media linking terms remain in effect.)
You can disable the connection between the Site and your Third-Party Account at any time. We may retain username/profile image associated with your account.
11. SUBMISSIONS
(Your existing Submissions clause remains in effect.)
12. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITE AND CONTENT
(Your existing Third-Party Website/Content clause remains in effect.)
13. ADVERTISING, SPONSORED CONTENT, AND AFFILIATE LINKS
We may display advertisements and may publish sponsored content, paid placements, or promotional materials. Sponsored content should be identified as such where applicable. We may also use affiliate links in some content; if you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Third-party advertisers and ad networks may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to deliver and measure ads. Your choices regarding cookies and targeted ads are described in our Privacy Policy.
14. SITE MANAGEMENT
We reserve the right, but not the obligation, to:
(1) monitor the Site for violations of these Terms;
(2) take appropriate legal action against anyone who violates the law or these Terms;
(3) refuse, restrict access to, limit availability of, or disable any Contributions;
(4) remove or disable burdensome content; and
(5) manage the Site to protect our rights and facilitate proper functioning.
15. COMMUNITY STANDARDS AND ENFORCEMENT
We support vigorous discussion, but not abuse. We may remove comments or user content and may restrict or ban accounts for repeated violations, harassment, threats, hate speech, doxxing, impersonation, or other conduct we deem harmful to the community or the Site.
We do not guarantee that any user content will be published, remain available, or be archived.
16. PRIVACY POLICY
We care about data privacy and security. Please review our Privacy Policy: https://duboislive.com/index.php/pages/privacy-policy. By using the Site, you agree to be bound by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Use.
The Site is hosted in the United States. If you access the Site from another region with laws governing data collection/use/disclosure that differ from U.S. law, then through your continued use you are transferring your data to the United States and consent to that transfer and processing.
We do not knowingly accept, request, or solicit information from children under 13 or knowingly market to children. If we receive actual knowledge that anyone under 13 has provided personal information without verifiable parental consent, we will delete that information as quickly as reasonably practical.
17. NEWS, EDITORIAL CONTENT, AND CORRECTIONS
The Site may include news reporting, editorial content, opinion, and analysis. Content is provided for informational purposes only and may be updated after publication as new information becomes available. We make reasonable efforts to present accurate information, but we do not guarantee completeness or that content will remain current at all times.
If you believe content contains an error, we welcome correction requests and tips. We may publish corrections, clarifications, or updates at our discretion.
18. AI-ASSISTED TOOLS
We may use software tools, including automation and AI-assisted tools, to support editing, formatting, summarization, transcription, moderation, SEO drafting, or other operational tasks. These tools are used to assist our workflow and do not eliminate the need for editorial judgment. Users should not rely on Site content as professional advice (legal, medical, financial, etc.).
19. COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENTS (DMCA NOTICE)
We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe material available on or through the Site infringes a copyright you own or control, you may submit a written notification to:
DuBoisLIVE – Copyright/DMCA Notice
Email:
(Include “DMCA Notice” in the subject line.)
A compliant notice should include:
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed;
- Identification of the material claimed to be infringing and information reasonably sufficient to locate it;
- Your contact information (name, address, telephone number, and email);
- A statement that you have a good faith belief the use is not authorized;
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate and you are the owner or authorized to act; and
- A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent.
We may send a copy of your notification to the person who posted the content. You may be liable for damages if you materially misrepresent that content is infringing. If you are unsure, consider contacting an attorney.
20. TERM AND TERMINATION
These Terms of Use remain in effect while you use the Site. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion and without notice or liability, to deny access to and use of the Site to any person for any reason, including for breach of these Terms or any applicable law. We may terminate your use, delete your account, and remove content at any time, without warning.
If your account is terminated, you may not register a new account under your name, a fake name, or a third party’s name.
21. SUBSCRIPTIONS, MEMBERSHIPS, AND PAYMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)
If the Site offers paid subscriptions, memberships, or other paid services, the following terms apply:
- Billing & Renewals: Subscriptions may renew automatically unless canceled prior to the renewal date.
- Cancellation: You may cancel according to instructions provided in your account area or by contacting us. Cancellation stops future charges; it does not necessarily provide a refund for prior charges unless required by law or stated otherwise.
- Refunds: Refund policies, if any, will be disclosed at purchase or in your account area. Certain purchases may be non-refundable to the extent permitted by law.
- Price Changes: We may change prices at any time; changes typically apply at the next renewal or as disclosed during purchase.
- Payment Processing: Payments may be processed by third-party providers. We do not store complete payment card details on our servers.
- Access & Enforcement: We may suspend or terminate access for chargebacks, suspected fraud, or non-payment.
If you do not offer paid services, this section does not apply.
22. MODIFICATIONS AND INTERRUPTIONS
We reserve the right to change, modify, or remove the contents of the Site at any time, without notice. We may modify or discontinue all or part of the Site without notice. We are not liable for any modification, price change, suspension, or discontinuance of the Site.
We cannot guarantee the Site will be available at all times. We may experience maintenance interruptions. You agree we have no liability for downtime-related losses.
23. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms of Use and your use of the Site are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without regard to conflict of law principles.
24. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Informal Negotiations
To expedite resolution and control costs, the Parties agree to first attempt to negotiate any Dispute informally for at least thirty (30) days before initiating arbitration.
Binding Arbitration
If unresolved, Disputes will be resolved by binding arbitration under the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the AAA and, where appropriate, the AAA Consumer Rules. Arbitration may be conducted in person, by documents, phone, or online. Except where otherwise required, arbitration will take place in Clearfield, Pennsylvania.
Restrictions
Arbitration is limited to the Dispute between the Parties individually. No class actions, no joinder, and no representative actions are permitted to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Exceptions
Disputes concerning intellectual property, theft, invasion of privacy, unauthorized use, or claims for injunctive relief are not subject to mandatory arbitration.
(Your existing arbitration provisions are maintained; this section is intended to preserve your original structure and effect.)
25. CORRECTIONS
There may be typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions. We reserve the right to correct and update information at any time, without prior notice.
26. DISCLAIMER
THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS-IS” AND “AS-AVAILABLE” BASIS. YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND OUR SERVICES IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
WE DO NOT WARRANT OR MAKE REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF SITE CONTENT OR THIRD-PARTY CONTENT. WE ASSUME NO LIABILITY FOR ERRORS, INTERRUPTIONS, UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, VIRUSES, OR LOSSES RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE.
27. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
IN NO EVENT WILL WE OR OUR DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY, OUR LIABILITY TO YOU WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO $50.00 USD, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
28. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless from any loss, damage, liability, claim, or demand arising out of your Contributions, your use of the Site, your breach of these Terms, your violation of third-party rights, or harmful acts toward other users.
29. USER DATA
We maintain certain data that you transmit to the Site for Site performance and user activity. Although we perform routine backups, you are responsible for your data and waive claims arising from loss or corruption of such data.
30. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS, TRANSACTIONS, AND SIGNATURES
By using the Site and communicating with us electronically, you consent to electronic communications and agree that electronic notices satisfy legal writing requirements. You also consent to electronic signatures and delivery of records.
31. CALIFORNIA USERS AND RESIDENTS
(Your existing California complaint notice remains in effect.)
32. ACCESSIBILITY
We aim to make our Site accessible to all users. If you experience difficulty accessing content or features, please contact us at
33. MISCELLANEOUS
These Terms and any posted policies constitute the entire agreement. Our failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver. We may assign rights and obligations at any time. If any provision is unlawful or unenforceable, it is severed and the remaining provisions remain in effect.
34. CONTACT US
To resolve a complaint regarding the Site or to receive further information, contact us at:
DuBoisLIVE
DuBois, PA
United States
Phone: (814) 661-5281
Email:
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Early Life: From Buenos Aires to the Jesuit Order
Buenos Aires, Argentina — Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, he was the eldest of five children to Italian immigrants. Raised in a working-class neighborhood, Bergoglio first trained as a chemical technician before joining the Society of Jesus in 1958. His deep intellect and spiritual commitment led him through years of study and service, culminating in his ordination in 1969. A bout of pneumonia in his early twenties resulted in the removal of part of one lung, a health issue that would remain a quiet undercurrent throughout his life.

Papacy: A Decade of Transformation
When elected in 2013, Pope Francis broke centuries of tradition by becoming the first Jesuit, the first from the Americas, and the first pope to take the name “Francis” — after Saint Francis of Assisi, a symbol of humility and care for the poor.
During his tenure, he redefined the papacy for a modern age. He rejected the papal palace in favor of a modest Vatican guesthouse, urged the Church to focus less on dogma and more on mercy, and tackled global crises from climate change to migration. His encyclical Laudato Si’ became a landmark spiritual and environmental document. He prioritized social justice, emphasized interfaith dialogue, and made the Church more inclusive, despite resistance from traditionalist factions.
Pope Francis also modernized Vatican finances, combated internal corruption, and brought attention to the ongoing sexual abuse crisis — efforts that earned him both praise and criticism.
Global Tributes: A Chorus of Condolences
Leaders from across the globe poured in tributes upon news of the Pope's passing:
- French President Emmanuel Macron: “He had always been on the side of the most vulnerable and most fragile.”
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India: “Pope Francis will always be remembered as a beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage.”
- U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance: “I’ll always remember him for the homily he gave in the very early days of COVID. It was really quite beautiful.”
- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer: “A Pope for the poor, the downtrodden and the forgotten.”
- King Charles III: “His Holiness will be remembered for his compassion, his concern for the unity of the Church, and for his tireless commitment to peace.”
Succession: Who Will Lead the Church Next?
With his passing, the College of Cardinals will gather in May to elect a successor in a secret conclave held in the Sistine Chapel. Likely contenders include:
- Cardinal Pietro Parolin (Italy) – Vatican Secretary of State and a seasoned diplomat.
- Cardinal Matteo Zuppi (Italy) – Known for his progressive stances and pastoral focus.
- Cardinal Robert Sarah (Guinea) – A conservative voice with global reach.
- Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle (Philippines) – A popular figure with strong support in Asia.
The decision made in this conclave is expected to shape the direction of the Church for decades to come — whether it continues Francis’s reformist path or pivots toward more traditional leadership.
Final Farewell: A Pope of the People
Pope Francis will lie in state at St. Peter’s Basilica later this week. His funeral Mass, expected to be attended by dignitaries from around the world, will be held in St. Peter’s Square. He will be interred at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore — a site he held close to his heart.
In life and now in death, Pope Francis is remembered as the “Pope of the Poor,” a man of principle and peace who refused grandeur and insisted on a Church that walks with its people.
“Who am I to judge?” — the five words that came to define his papacy — echo louder than ever, as millions mourn and reflect on a legacy that transcended boundaries and reshaped the modern Church.
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