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Pope Leo XIV’s surgery reveals lung cancer

by Courtney Mares 4:33 PM October 13, 2026

ROME (OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer following a 90-minute surgery on Oct. 13 during which surgeons removed the lower lobe of the …

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WASHINGTON (OSV News) — President Donald Trump revived baseless claims surrounding Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, during an Oct. 12 campaign rally in the state. In remarks at his …

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Pope Leo to be hospitalized Oct. 13 ahead of lung surgery, public appearances canceled

by Courtney Mares 10:48 AM October 12, 2026

The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Oct. 13 before undergoing lung surgery, prompting the cancellation of several public …

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Pope Leo XIV’s surgery reveals lung cancer

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