ROME — Pope Francis has revised the funeral rites that will be used when he dies, simplifying the rituals to emphasize his role as a mere bishop and allowing for burial outside the Vatican in keeping with his wishes. The Vatican newspaper L’Osservatore Romano on Wednesday published details of the updated liturgical book, which Francis approved April 29 and which replaces the … [Read more...] about Pope approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican
Donald Trump’s lawyers urge judge to ignore prosecutors and dismiss hush money conviction
NEW YORK — A day after New York prosecutors said they will fight efforts to dismiss Donald Trump’s hush money conviction, the president-elect’s lawyers urged a judge to ignore them and dispose of the case before he takes office in January. Echoing their arguments since Trump’s win, his lawyers said in a letter Wednesday to Judge Juan M. Merchan that continuing with the case … [Read more...] about Donald Trump’s lawyers urge judge to ignore prosecutors and dismiss hush money conviction
Cubs Acquire Eli Morgan, Designate Patrick Wisdom For Assignment
The Cubs and Guardians have made a trade sending right-hander Eli Morgan from Cleveland to Chicago, per announcements from both clubs. Outfield prospect Alfonsin Rosario heads the other way. Chicago designated infielder Patrick Wisdom for assignment to open space on the 40-man roster. Morgan, 28, isn’t a household name but nonetheless represents a notable addition to the … [Read more...] about Cubs Acquire Eli Morgan, Designate Patrick Wisdom For Assignment
KC Johnson: Patrick Williams is back in Chicago having imaging done on his foot, per Bulls PR. He’s out vs. Bucks. According to the Bulls, the frontloaded schedule has created a need to take a cautious approach. Williams said on Monday he feels fine. … [Read more...] about
Injury Notes: Hartenstein, Pelicans, N. Powell, P. Williams
One of the top free agent acquisitions of the summer could make his debut for his new team as soon as Wednesday night. As Tim MacMahon of ESPN relays (via Twitter), Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein has been upgraded to questionable for the first time this season. Hartenstein appeared in three preseason games with the Thunder last month, but fractured his left hand just before … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: Hartenstein, Pelicans, N. Powell, P. Williams