The Vatican releases the cause of death for Pope Francis and plans for his funeral, while world leaders announce whether they will be attending the service. Plus, experts weigh in on whether prebiotic soda lives up to its claims of health benefits, and a homeschooled teen has her life "changed" after she asks for feedback on her prom dress. |
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Pope Francis will be buried on Saturday after dying at 88 from a cerebral stroke and heart failure, the Vatican said. American Cardinal Kevin Farrell has become the acting head of the Vatican until the College of Cardinals chooses the pope's successor during the conclave that will follow his funeral. President Donald Trump confirmed he will be attending the funeral, and the leaders of Brazil, France, Ukraine and Francis' native country of Argentina will also be appearing at the service. |
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Trendy prebiotic sodas are marketed as healthier alternatives with ingredients that improve gut health, especially compared to a classic soft drink. Is that actually true? We spoke to experts about the difference between prebiotic and probiotic sodas, as well as whether prebiotic soda lives up to the claims about health benefits. They also shared tips about how to get more prebiotic fiber in your diet. |
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Victoria Hoffman was just looking for some feedback on the dress she was considering wearing to the prom, and it turned into an experience she still "can't believe" has happened. The 18-year-old homeschooled student from Pennsylvania posted a short video of her twirling in the dress on TikTok and was stunned at the thousands of positive comments that poured in. She even received donations from strangers to purchase accessories for the big night. "I've always been so self-conscious about how I look because I'm not petite, and I'm really tall … so it was so nice to hear people tell me I'm pretty," Hoffman told TODAY.com. |
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