Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Surgery
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to remove a nodule from his right lung. The procedure confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. The 71-year-old pontiff had the lower lobe of his right lung removed in a 90-minute operation the Vatican described as successful with no complications. He is expected to remain […]
Robert Prevost Elected First American Pope
In what was the quickest papal conclave, the Catholic Cardinals selected Robert Prevost to succeed Pope Francis. After two days, Prevost, whose odds were low on Polymarket and in online discussions relative to other contenders, like Parolin or Tagle, and represents the first American pope. Historically, Rome condemned the American Revolution mainly through the Bishop […]