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Pope Leo publishes first book of his pre-papal writing

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Iowa diocese pauses ‘healing services’ ministry due to ‘canonical concerns’

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Iowa guard Caitlin Clark (22) stands with teammates after being presented with a commemorative basketball after the team's NCAA college basketball game against Michigan, Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Iowa City, Iowa. Clark broke the NCAA women's career scoring record. (Credit: Matthew Putney/AP.)

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