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New York Post
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Pope Leo ‘devours' pizza shipped from his favorite Chicago pie shop — here's what toppings he got
Call him Pope Pieus. Pope Leo XIV recently received a special delivery at the Vatican which came all the way from Chicago. The Illinois-born pontiff, 69, was treated to a personal-size pepperoni pizza from Aurelio's Pizza, a chain he's reportedly loved since he was a boy. Advertisement 3 Pope Leo XIV was gifted a personal-size pepperoni pizza from Aurelio's Pizza. REUTERS/Carlos Osorio Pope Leo XIV, formerly known as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost before he was elected the first American pope earlier this year, received the gift as he rode through Saint Peter's Square in Rome on Wednesday, July 30. His brother, John Prevost, told Chicago TV station WGN that the pontiff 'devoured' the personal pepperoni pie. Advertisement According to NBC News, friends from the Midwest came up with the idea to get the pope a box of his favorite pie. 'It started 30 days ago when I started a challenge to deliver a pizza to the pope,' Catholic content creator Jayden Remias, from Ohio, told WGN. He drove to Chicago to pick up a frozen Aurelio's pizza and delivered it to Madeline Daley from Cincinnati, with whom he connected online, before she left for Rome. Advertisement 3 Pope Leo XIV received the gift as he rode through Saint Peter's Square in Rome on Wednesday, July 30. Instagram / @jaydenremias Daley, 22, made the final leg of the trek to deliver the pizza to the pope as he toured the historical plaza. She got his attention by waving the pie's box and holding a sign that read 'We have Aurelio's pizza.' Leo appeared to signal to his security guard to accept the slice of home. As he accepted the cheesy gift, the leader of the Catholic Church gave a thumbs up and had a big smile on his face. Advertisement 'When Pope Leo came around, he kept grabbing babies to bless them, but as soon as he saw the pizza, he had babies in his hand, but he's still saying, like, 'Get me that pizza, I want that pizza,'' Daley told NBC News. 'And seeing the logo made him light up, and his smile was from ear to ear and he was extremely excited about it.' 3 As Pope Leo accepted the cheesy gift, he gave a thumbs up and had a big smile on his face. Instagram / @jaydenremias Joe Aurelio, president and CEO of Aurelio's Pizza, said it was 'amazing' to be able to deliver the Chicago pizza to the pope. 'Pope Leo has been a lifetime Aurelio's fan and going to Aurelio's Pizza in Homewood, Illinois, since the 1960s,' he said. 'So it's been part of his life and for him to recognize [the pizza] and actually stop there in the audience was amazing.'
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
nuEra Cannabis and Balanced Veterans Network Team Up for Memorial Day Fundraiser
Supporting Veterans' Mental Health Through Cannabis Advocacy CHICAGO, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nuEra Cannabis is proud to announce its continued partnership with the Balanced Veterans Network (BVN) for a Memorial Day weekend fundraiser aimed at supporting veterans' mental health and wellness through cannabis advocacy. Friday, May 23rd \, nuEra donated 5% of all sales from its house brands — including nuEra, Midweek Friday, and Interstate 420 — to BVN. This initiative underscores nuEra's commitment to giving back to those who have served. In addition to the fundraiser, nuEra hosted in-store events at select locations to engage with the community and raise awareness about veterans' issues. These events will feature educational sessions, product promotions, and opportunities for customers to learn more about BVN's nuEra CannabisnuEra Cannabis is an Illinois-born, family-owned and operated Cannabis retailer and wholesaler. As one of the original medical licensees in the state, we have played a significant role in shaping the cannabis industry from its inception. Today, we stand proudly as one of the largest independent, vertically integrated operators in Illinois. The name nuEra highlights the fact that legalization in Illinois didn't just change the laws on the books – it unleashed a whole new era of cannabis: an era in which cannabis is safer, higher quality and available in a greater variety than ever before. For further information, please visit About Balanced Veterans Network (BVN)Balanced Veterans Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a safe space for veterans to connect, heal, and grow. BVN provides education, advocacy, and support for alternative therapies, including cannabis, to combat issues such as PTSD, addiction, and suicide among veterans. Learn more at Stay connected with nuEra on social media:Twitter: @nuEraCannabisFacebook: @ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at: CONTACT: For Further Information or Media Inquiries, Contact: Jonah Rapino Director of Marketing nuEra Cannabis media@ in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Pope Leo's Upcoming Inauguration Mass: Everything to Know
Pope Leo XIV has taken the reins as leader of the Catholic Church, starting his first day as Pontiff with a mass at the Sistine Chapel, during which he called his election both a cross and a blessing. 'You have called me to carry that cross and to be blessed with that mission, and I know I can rely on each and every one of you to walk with me as we continue as a church, as a community, as friends of Jesus, as believers, to announce the good news, to announce the Gospel,' Leo said, addressing the College of Cardinals. Although the Pope—formerly known as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost—has presided over his first service for the cardinals, the formal papal inauguration Mass is still more than a week away. There is no rule dictating how much time should pass between the conclusion of a conclave and the papal inauguration Mass, though this year's service will occur after a longer period of time than the last. When Pope Francis was elected as Pope on March 13, 2013, he was inaugurated just six days later. The election of the Illinois-born Pope Leo, 69, who holds dual citizenship from the U.S. and Peru, where he spent decades working as a missionary, has been greeted with excitement among the 1.4 billion Catholics living across the globe. The first American Pope also served as the head of the church's Dicastery for Bishops, and previously talked about his desire to look at the "challenges" facing the Catholic Church in the United States. Here's what we know so far about Pope Leo's inauguration Mass. The inauguration Mass is due to take place on Sunday, May 18, at 10 a.m. local time at St. Peter's Square. Ahead of the inauguration, Leo has a busy schedule as he familiarizes himself with the papal responsibilities. He's due to have meetings with cardinals, the press, and hold prayer sessions. Global leaders will gather on May 18 for the papal inauguration Mass, which marks the official start of the Pope's term. Pope Francis' 2013 inauguration featured guests such as former U.S. President Joe Biden—the second Catholic President to serve in the United States, after John F. Kennedy—and Argentina's former President Cristina Fernandez. The long service typically begins with a visit to St. Peter's tomb inside the Basilica. Deacons gather two objects: a fisherman's ring and the pallium, an ecclesiastical vestment worn by the Pope. During Pope Francis' inauguration, he gathered with nine other Catholic Church leaders at the Basilica to pray. A procession shortly followed into St. Peter's Square, during which the chant 'Laudes Regiae'—also known as "Christus vincit," the Latin phrase for'Christ is King/Christ conquers'—was recited. After performing his own version of this procession, the Pope will likely be presented with the pallium and the ring as a symbol of his taking of the papacy. The papal inauguration Mass then begins. While there is no strict time limit, Francis' inauguration Mass lasted for around two hours. Contact us at letters@
Time Magazine
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time Magazine
What We Know So Far About Pope Leo's Upcoming Inauguration Mass
Pope Leo XIV has taken the reins as leader of the Catholic Church, starting his first day as Pontiff with a mass at the Sistine Chapel, during which he called his election both a cross and a blessing. 'You have called me to carry that cross and to be blessed with that mission, and I know I can rely on each and every one of you to walk with me as we continue as a church, as a community, as friends of Jesus, as believers, to announce the good news, to announce the Gospel,' Leo said, addressing the College of Cardinals. Although the Pope—formerly known as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost—has presided over his first service for the cardinals, the formal papal inauguration Mass is still more than a week away. There is no rule dictating how much time should pass between the conclusion of a conclave and the papal inauguration Mass, though this year's service will occur after a longer period of time than the last. When Pope Francis was elected as Pope on March 13, 2013, he was inaugurated just six days later. The election of the Illinois-born Pope Leo, 69, who holds dual citizenship from the U.S. and Peru, where he spent decades working as a missionary, has been greeted with excitement among the 1.4 billion Catholics living across the globe. The first American Pope also served as the head of the church's Dicastery for Bishops, and previously talked about his desire to look at the "challenges" facing the Catholic Church in the United States. Here's what we know so far about Pope Leo's inauguration Mass. When is the inauguration Mass? The inauguration Mass is due to take place on Sunday, May 18, at 10 a.m. local time at St. Peter's Square. Ahead of the inauguration, Leo has a busy schedule as he familiarizes himself with the papal responsibilities. He's due to have meetings with cardinals, the press, and hold prayer sessions. What happens during the inauguration Mass? Global leaders will gather on May 18 for the papal inauguration Mass, which marks the official start of the Pope's term. Pope Francis' 2013 inauguration featured guests such as former U.S. President Joe Biden —the second Catholic President to serve in the United States, after John F. Kennedy—and Argentina's former President Cristina Fernandez. The long service typically begins with a visit to St. Peter's tomb inside the Basilica. Deacons gather two objects: a fisherman's ring and the pallium, an ecclesiastical vestment worn by the Pope. During Pope Francis' inauguration, he gathered with nine other Catholic Church leaders at the Basilica to pray. A procession shortly followed into St. Peter's Square, during which the chant 'Laudes Regiae'—also known as "Christus vincit," the Latin phrase for'Christ is King/Christ conquers'—was recited. After performing his own version of this procession, the Pope will likely be presented with the pallium and the ring as a symbol of his taking of the papacy. The papal inauguration Mass then begins. While there is no strict time limit, Francis' inauguration Mass lasted for around two hours.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Singer K.Flay says her cochlear implant 'feels like someone drilled a hole in my head' amid sudden sensorineural hearing loss: 'Bionic Flay is here'
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Contact a qualified medical professional before engaging in any physical activity, or making any changes to your diet, medication or lifestyle. is getting candid about her experience undergoing surgery to get a cochlear implant. The 39-year-old singer recently took to social media to share she had the procedure last week, detailing how she felt "pretty sick" post-surgery but is now recovering well. The Illinois-born artist, who has collaborated with artists like Canadian band Arkells and electronic duo Louis The Child, explained she had vertigo and was throwing up after the surgery. She also felt loud tinnitus — a ringing or similar noise in the ear — oddly similar to what she first experienced after losing hearing in her right ear in 2022. "I'm healing up nicely and doing better today. Still feels like someone drilled a hole in my head and installed something in my skull," she shared in an Instagram post alongside a photo of herself lying in bed with gauze wrapped around her head as she held two peace signs up with her hands. She added the cochlear implant will be activated in a few weeks and that she'll share another update then. "I haven't cried yet but I might cry then. Just wanna say a huge thank you to everyone for their support and encouragement as I've navigated losing my hearing and taking this big step," the "High Enough" artist added. "Every single show on tour, the gifts and cards, all your messages, they have truly given me so much hope and strength. ... Bionic flay is here." View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@kflay) The singer, whose real name is Kristine Meredith Flaherty, first opened up about losing her hearing in October 2022. She shared in a video back then she had woken up "completely deaf in my right ear" and experienced symptoms like vertigo, adding it felt scary and left her worried. After seeing specialists and getting various types of treatment, she said it looked like she wasn't going to regain hearing and that she had "single-sided deafness" in that ear. Since then, she's been sharing her journey with the sudden deafness and how she's been coping with the changes to her health. Last August, she shared she has constant tinnitus, explaining it's a "relentless noise, like the rush of raging water mixed with a static interference" that gets worse in loud spaces. "I feel very lonely in those moments, like I'm trapped in a room I know I can't leave. I often want to cry," she wrote in a post that month. She previously noted on "The Allison Hagendorf Show" she saw numerous specialists in California and was diagnosed with sudden sensorineural hearing loss. "It felt insane. The experience of losing my hearing has been the strangest and arguably most interesting experience of my life — it has been totally bizarre." View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@kflay) A cochlear implant is an electronic device that helps people with severe hearing loss who can't benefit from regular hearing aids. It has two parts: An implant placed in the inner ear during surgery and a sound processor worn behind the ear to pick up and filter sounds to turn into digital information. While traditional hearing aids make sounds louder like turning up the volume on a TV, a cochlear implant sends electronic signals to the hearing nerve. While hearing aids can help people with various types and levels of hearing loss, a cochlear implant can benefit people with severe conditions. Last year, The Bachelor contestant Daisy Kent opened up about having a cochlear implant to help with her Ménière's disease. Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) is an unexplained and rapid loss of hearing that typically only affects one ear and develops within a few days. According to research published in a January 2025 edition of the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ), it's defined "as hearing loss of 30 or more decibels across 3 contiguous audiometric frequencies within 72 hours." Hearing loss typically has a specific trauma and occurs over time in most cases. But if there's no object causing blockage leading to hearing loss, this is known as SSNHL, according to HearCANADA. On top of suddenly not being able to hear (typically in one ear), other SSNHL symptoms may include tinnitus, dizziness, a feeling of fullness in the affected ear and a sudden popping sound before your hearing decreases. It's also common for SSNHL to impact a person's mental health and overall quality of life. With SSNHL, the cause is unexplained. In some cases, it may be as simple as a build-up of earwax, which can be treated by a medical professional. In other cases, sudden hearing loss may be attributed to: Inner ear disorders, like Ménière's disease Ototoxic drug usage Autoimmune diseases Head trauma Vascular disorders Tumour on the auditory nerve According to the CMAJ, smoking, alcohol consumption, diabetes and hypertension are some of the risk factors for SSNHL. Ninety per cent of cases have an unknown cause. There are around 30 cases of SSNHL per 100,000 people, according to the CMAJ. It mostly affects people within the 40- to 60-year age range. Research published in a March 2017 issue of the CMAJ indicated SSNHL impacts men and women equally. If you experience symptoms of SSNHL, it's important to visit a health-care professional as soon as possible to increase the chances of recovering your hearing. According to ENT Health, around half of patients with SSNHL will recover at least some hearing without treatment, However, people who have mild to moderate to severe hearing loss are considered in the "steroid-effective zone," ENT Health noted. That means they have a 75 to 80 per cent chance of recovery with steroid therapy. On the other hand, people with profound hearing loss — which is a complete loss of hearing accompanied with vertigo — and people over age 65 typically have a much lower chance of recovering their hearing.
