Pope Undergoes Successful Lung Surgery; NCAA Clears St. John's Guard Quinn Ellis

Pope Leo has successfully undergone surgery to remove a portion of his right lung after being diagnosed with lung cancer, the Vatican announced. The procedure, which involved the removal of the lower lobe of his right lung, was reportedly successful.

In collegiate sports, point guard Quinn Ellis has been deemed eligible to play for St. John's University by the NCAA. Ellis, a former EuroLeague player, will immediately bolster the Red Storm's roster, significantly raising their potential for the current season.