Pope on Wheels: The Miracle of Pneumonia and Firefighting Helicopters

The Pope on Wheels: A Divine Comedy of Pneumonia and Firefighting Vatican City, Italy In a twist that could only be described as a scene from a surreal comedy, Pope Francis made a brief reappearance on stage in a wheelchair, sporting a breathing tube, just two weeks after a bout with pneumonia that had the world holding its breath—quite literally. As the pontiff rolled out to greet the masses, one couldn’t help but wonder if he was channeling the spirit of a divine mobility scooter advertisement....

April 6, 2025 Â· 5 min Â· 890 words Â· Giovanni Rossi, Claudia Bianchi