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Pope Francis has apparently shown "slight improvement" and is responding well to ongoing oxygen therapy, according to a statement from the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff has been in the hospital since Feb. 14, when he was admitted for respiratory issues that were later found to be bilateral pneumonia.Doctors are keeping the pope’s prognosis under wraps as they continue to evaluate his condition.On Thursday, the pope recorded a message thanking those who had been praying for his recovery. The recording was "clearly an effort for him," Vatican sources said, pointing out that the noise from the pope’s oxygen machine could be heard

Several Republican senators have taken issue with the American Bar Association (ABA) and are calling for President Donald Trump to take drastic action against the group. In a letter to ABA President William Bay, lawmakers said the group, which plays a key role in judicial nominations, had become "biased and ideologically captured." Now, those lawmakers want President Trump to "remove the ABA from the judicial nomination process entirely."Sen. Eric Schmitt, Sen. Ted Cruz, Sen. Marsha Blackburn, Sen. Josh Hawley, Sen. Bernie Moreno and Sen. Mike Lee are also calling on their fellow senators to "disregard the ABA’s recommendations."BONDI WARNS THREE

Talk about putting your best foot forward.A woman recovering from surgery celebrated her birthday by slicing off the bunion on an 18-inch cake shaped like a foot, complete with ankle bracelet and surgical tools and made for her as a surprise by a friend. (See the video at the top of this article.)Claudia Shead, 28, had surgery on her right foot five weeks before her birthday and had previously joked about wanting a "bunion cake" to mark the occasion, news agency SWNS reported.RECIPE FOR DEVIL'S FOOD CAKE HAS IMPORTANT FAMILY CONNECTION FOR CHEFOne family friend delivered on the desire, much

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic became the first player in NBA history to record a 30-20-20 triple-double in Friday night’s thrilling overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns. And his reaction to the historic feat was exactly what Jokic fans would expect to hear from the Serbian basketball player."It’s not supposed go that way," Jokic said. "I was talking to (Aaron Gordon), and he said to me, ‘That was a quiet 30 points.’ I didn’t do anything special, just seemed like everyone was in flow."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMJokic told SportsCenter separately after the game that he’ll be able to

IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- How AI can help Trump and DOGE cut waste, CEO explains- Taco Bell shows off AI 'coach' following massive digital tech investment- Tax scam alert: How to protect yourself and your tax refundTARGETING WASTE: Albert Invent CEO Nick Talken shared how his artificial intelligence platform saves thousands of scientists time and money on "Mornings with Maria," saying government can also benefit from the technology.GRAB A 'BYTE': It was a big week for Yum Brands' Taco Bell as executives from the fast-food giant held its annual Live Más LIVE event in New York City, showcased new labor-saving technology,

Michigan autoworker Joseph Knowles, a guest at President Donald Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress, explained why he "made a damn good choice" switching from being a lifelong Democrat to a Republican.During Trump's address on Tuesday, when he honored a 13-year-old brain cancer survivor and the mother of a 12-year-old girl who was murdered, allegedly by illegal migrants, most Democrats remained seated. Some protested the address by holding signs that read "FALSE," "NO king!" and "MUSK STEALS.""I'm very disappointed in the Democrats on how they handled things," Knowles told "America Reports." "And you know what? I feel like

Chinese robotics company Zhongqing Robotics, also known as EngineAI, has officially entered the humanoid robotics scene by releasing a video showcasing what it claims is the world's first humanoid robot front flip. Robot backflips are becoming commonplace, but a front flip is significantly more difficult than a backflip, as any gymnast can attest.The challenge for robots attempting a front flip lies in maintaining balance and control throughout the rotation. GET EXPERT SECURITY ALERTS, MUST-KNOW TECH TIPS, AND THE LATEST DIGITAL TRENDS — STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX. SIGN UP FOR KURT’S THE CYBERGUY REPORT NOW.Unlike humans, robots rely on precise sensor data and motor

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican, signaled that he wants to repeal the red flag law in the Sunshine State, arguing that it infringes on gun owners' Second Amendment rights.The governor made his intentions known during Tuesday's State of the State Address.The state's red flag law was signed by then-Gov. Rick Scott, a Republican who is now a U.S. senator, in the aftermath of the Feb. 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland in which 17 people were killed.RON DESANTIS CHIRPS AT CANADA'S 'BOYCOTT' OF FLORIDA, COUNTRY'S STANLEY CUP DROUGHTThe legislation allows law enforcement to seek

A shooting Friday at a pub in Toronto, Canada, left a dozen people wounded, as police continue to search for the suspect.Toronto Police responded at about 10:40 p.m. to the shooting in the area of Progress Avenue and Corporate Drive in eastern Toronto. The shooting happened near Scarborough Town Centre.There were reports of gunfire and an active shooting inside a Scarborough pub, Toronto Fire Services said, according to CBC.ONE POLICE OFFICER KILLED, ANOTHER INJURED IN NEWARK, NEW JERSEY SHOOTINGThe 12 victims were transported to a hospital for treatment. Police said four of the victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries but the extent of