Pope Leo to leave hospital on Saturday after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo is expected to leave hospital on Saturday afternoon following surgery for lung cancer, the Vatican said, after blood tests and ‌chest imaging found him fit to return home four days after his operation. The 71-year-old pontiff, who has not been seen in public since a procedure on Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, will also hold his first public engagement since surgery on Sunday. He will lead weekly prayers with pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square at noon. Leo has been...