The New Pope Just Made a Change I Never Thought I'd See
Briefly

The article humorously critiques the outdated design of the Vatican's official website, which mirrors a 1990s aesthetic. Its sand-colored layout, poorly formatted text, and unrefined visuals create a sense of nostalgia and absurdity. Author describes showing the site to friends who are often delighted and shocked by its poor design. The commentary not only suggests a disconnect from modern web design trends but also highlights the charmingly absurd nature of one of the world's oldest institutions maintaining such a relic.
The official website for the Roman Catholic Church is an anachronistic relic from the '90s, poorly designed and shockingly ugly, yet oddly charming.
Despite its atrocious design, the Vatican's website evokes surprise and delight, showcasing how not even its sacred institution can keep up with modern aesthetics.
Read at Slate Magazine
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