CNN 5 Things Pope Francis cause of death, stocks tumble, cancer deaths fall & more
Apr 21, 2025
Pope Francis' cause of death has been officially revealed, sparking global reactions. Meanwhile, Wall Street faces turmoil due to political tensions, especially involving Trump and the Federal Reserve. In health news, cancer death rates are on the decline, but troubling statistics on diagnoses among women remain. Plus, the spotlight is on a Duke basketball sensation destined for the NBA, with potential as the top draft pick.
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Pope Francis' Historic Passing
- Pope Francis died at 88 from stroke and heart failure after a 38-day hospitalization for double pneumonia.
- He was the first non-European pontiff in nearly 1,300 years, marking a historic legacy.
Market Turmoil from Fed Feud
- Wall Street fell sharply as Trump's attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell stirred uncertainty.
- The U.S. dollar hit its lowest level in over three years amid concerns about tariffs and Fed policy.
DOJ Defends Obamacare in Court
- The Justice Department defends the Affordable Care Act in Supreme Court over mandates for cost-free preventative services.
- The case centers on whether task force members shaping mandates require Senate confirmation.