Pope Francis waved to supporters outside a Rome hospital after recovering from pneumonia. His first public appearance in five weeks sparked cheers as he thanked the crowd before heading to a nearby church and then the Vatican for further recovery. The 88-year-old pontiff faced life-threatening episodes but is now on a path to gradual return to normal activities. (CBS News)
Segway is recalling 220,000 scooters in the U.S. due to a fall hazard from folding mechanism failures, which led to at least 20 injuries. Consumers are advised to stop using the scooters and request a free maintenance kit from Segway. The affected scooters were sold between January 2020 and February 2025 for $600 to $1,000 and were manufactured. (ABC News)
Former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner announced the unexpected death of his 14-year-old son, Miller Gardner, who fell ill on vacation and died in his sleep. The family requested privacy as they mourn Miller’s loss, remembering him as a beloved son who lived life to the fullest. The Yankees and fans offered support and condolences. (NBC News)
Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber was found dead in her Alexandria home. The circumstances are under investigation. Aber, known for her role in Virginia’s Eastern District, was appointed by President Biden and resigned in 2021. She secured victories in high-profile cases, including the prosecution of a former CIA analyst for leaking top secret documents. (UPI)
Health officials in Gaza have now reported over 50,000 Palestinians killed since the conflict with Israel began back in October of 2023. The death toll continues to rise as Israel’s military offensive against Hamas intensifies. Israel has ordered mass evacuations in southern Gaza as tensions escalate, following a failed ceasefire negotiation. (NPR)
