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Pope Leo XIV Leaves Hospital After Lung Cancer Surgery

Pope Leo XIV was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital early Saturday afternoon, according to Vatican News. Professor Stefano Margaritora and Dr. Luigi Carbone confirmed via blo… — by Sandra Rhodes

Former Kentucky Cheerleader Sentenced to 10 Years for Infant’s Death

Oct 17 · 2 min read

Laken Snelling, a former University of Kentucky cheerleader, was sentenced to 10 years in prison Friday after pleading guilty to first-degree manslaughter in connection with the de… — by Andrew Powell

Zelenskyy Would Halt Strikes On Russian Energy For US Targeting Help, GOP Senator Says

Oct 19 · 3 min read

Republican North Dakota Sen. Kevin Cramer claimed Sunday that Ukraine would stop striking Russian energy sites in exchange for targeting help by the U.S.

Pope Leo Discharged After Lung Cancer Surgery

Oct 17 · 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV is recovering normally after surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung for a malignant tumor; the Vatican said he is walking, eating and undergoing respiratory therapy. A physician said a full recovery may be possible

Pope Leo XIV expected to leave hospital

Oct 17 · 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV has been cleared to leave Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after surgery to remove part of his right lung. He is expected to return to the Vatican Saturday and lead the Angelus prayer on Sunday.

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US and India Catholics Pray for Pope Leo Amid Lung Concerns

Oct 15 · 1 min read

Catholic communities and church leaders in the United States and India are praying for Pope Leo XIV amid concerns over his lung health and a procedure to remove a lung growth. The faithful expressed hope for his recovery as questions remain

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Cancer Confirmed for Pope After Surgery, Vatican says

Pope Leo XIV is recovering after a “successful” surgery to remove a part of his lung which was found to have a cancerous growth, the Vatican said in a statement. The pontiff “has… — by Sandra Rhodes

Oct 13 · 11 min read

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