Pope to be discharged from hospital on Sunday after 88-year-old pontiff spent weeks battling pneumonia – as Vatican warns he will still needs two months of rest to recover

Escalating Conflict Between Israel and IranIsrael and Iran are engaged in intense military strikes, with Iran launching over 200 ballistic missiles and drones, resulting in 78 deaths in Iran and three in Israel. Fears are growing that the conflict could draw in the US and Gulf nations, as both sides show no intention of de-escalation, leading to potential wider regional instability. More Context

Dozens of family members are anxiously awaiting the return of bodies from the Air India flight A171 crash, with DNA testing and dental sample collection still ongoing three days post-incident. Relatives express frustration over the lack of timely information from authorities, as most bodies were severely charred, complicating identification efforts. More Context

In June 1981, during the Trooping the Colour parade, 17-year-old Marcus Sarjeant fired six blank shots at Queen Elizabeth II, who was unaware of a prior threat due to a delayed letter. Sarjeant, motivated by a desire for fame and inspired by high-profile assassinations, was arrested and later sentenced to five years in prison; he changed his name after his release and attempted to apologize to the Queen. More Context

Vitamin gummies from Vita Warehouse Corp, including Welby, Berkely Jensen, and VitaGlobe brands, are being recalled due to undeclared peanuts, posing serious allergy risks. Customers are advised to discard the products or return them for refunds; no allergic reactions have been reported yet. More Context

Patrick Francis Mitchell, a 70-year-old Florida man, was arrested for urinating on $10,000 worth of Spam and Vienna sausage at a Sam's Club, leading to 345 contaminated units being discarded. Charged with disorderly conduct and criminal mischief, Mitchell was identified through CCTV footage and his membership ID, and is currently out on a $3,000 bond awaiting arraignment. More Context

Marcus Arduini Monzo, 37, is on trial for the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, whom he allegedly fatally attacked with a samurai sword while under the influence of cannabis, and for assaulting others during a violent spree in Hainault, London. Monzo admitted to skinning his pet cat before the attacks, claiming he was influenced by voices in his head, and he has a history of substance use and spiritual practices. More Context