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John Prevost reflects on the unexpected rise of his brother, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who has become Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. He describes Leo as dedicated to helping the marginalized and predicts he will continue the legacy of Pope Francis. With a background rooted in Illinois, Leo's moderate approach and willingness to address pressing issues like immigration are highlighted, while John shares his excitement and the impact of this significant event on...

During an inquest into the April 2024 Westfield Bondi Junction attack, where six people were killed and ten injured by Joel Cauchi, Inspector Brett Simpson, the first paramedic on scene, emotionally recounted his experience. He faced the difficult decision to enter the scene despite fears of a second offender, ultimately prioritizing the critically ill patients inside. Simpson praised his team for their bravery and received gratitude from the family of victim Faraz Tahir for his...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: The Catholic Church in Singapore on Friday (May 9) celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV, who succeeds Pope Francis. Robert Francis Prevost is the first pope from the US. He was elected on Thursday after cardinals chose him to lead the 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide.Aged 69, Prevost has spent most of his career as a missionary in Peru and became a cardinal in 2023. As a...

A substantial health fraud scheme involving at least 119 Amtrak employees and healthcare providers resulted in $12 million in losses for the railroad company, according to an investigation by Amtrak's Office of Inspector General (OIG). The employees, located in several northeastern states, received cash kickbacks in exchange for using their insurance details, which were then used to file fraudulent medical claims for non-existent services. Following the investigation, 28 employees retired or resigned, while others faced...

SummaryQuebec Health Minister Christian Dubé has introduced Bill 106, which aims to enable the government to modify the payment structure for doctors. This legislative move is significant as it occurs amid ongoing negotiations to renew the framework agreement for general practitioners (GPs) and specialists. The bill reflects the government's intent to reshape healthcare compensation in Quebec, potentially impacting the financial dynamics of medical practice in the province. Full Article

The US Treasury Department has sanctioned Chinese refinery Hebei Xinhai Chemical Group and three Shandong port terminal operators for purchasing Iranian oil during ongoing nuclear talks, targeting entities involved in facilitating significant oil transactions. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the US's commitment to increasing pressure on Iran's oil supply chain to hinder its destabilizing activities. This marks the third action against a teapot refinery and comes amid postponed nuclear negotiations, with President Trump warning of...