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Pope suffers episodes of respiratory crisis, remains alert
Pope Francis suffered "two episodes of acute respiratory insufficiency" March 3 but remained alert, the Vatican said, giving cause for concern after two days in which his condition was described as "stable."
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Pope, from hospital, writes about ‘blessing’ hidden in frailty
As he continues to receive treatment in Rome's Gemelli hospital, Pope Francis sent written thanks for people's prayers, but he did not go to his hospital window as some people had hoped.
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Pope continues to improve, is doing respiratory therapy
Pope Francis' clinical condition continued to improve Feb. 27, the Vatican said, and he had respiratory physiotherapy in the morning and the afternoon.
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Pew: US Christianity downturn leveling, but Catholics suffer ‘greatest net losses’
A multiyear decline in Christianity in the U.S. may have leveled off, according to a new survey by Pew Research Center. However, the Catholic Church, the survey found, is seeing the greatest net losses of believers compared to other religions in the ...
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Judge blocks policy permitting ICE arrests at some places of worship
A federal judge in Maryland has halted a Trump administration policy rescinding long-standing restrictions on Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from making arrests at what are seen as sensitive locations, including houses of worship, schools and hospitals.
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While still in critical condition, pope is showing slight improvement
Pope Francis' condition has shown a slight improvement, which, however, is still critical, the Vatican said.
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Garcia faces deportation to Uganda after surrendering to immigration authorities