#SCOTUS denies a stay of execution to Alabama death-row prisoner Anthony Boyd, over *quite* a dissent from the three Democratic appointees, written by Justice Sotomayor, about the problems with nitrogen hypoxia as a method of execution:

www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25p...

Co-discoverer of reverse transcriptase at 32, Nobel Prize at 37, played a key role at the 1975 Asilomar comference.

Carlo Acutis will likely be the first saint with Pokémon mentioned in his bio; I'd like to think he'd share my enthusiasm for Quaxly. Beyond the hype of being a patron saint of gamers, however, I find it more compelling that he lived in our context and reminds us of God's presence in all things. 1/2

Results of a pilot study led by investigators at @mskcancercenter.bsky.social showed that interleukin-18 “armored” CAR T cells targeting CD371 were effective at treating relapsed/refractory acute myeloid #leukemia at low doses. @markgeyermd.bsky.social
Learn more: bit.ly/4mFwo9q

The bells of St. Patrick’s ring out in joy!!
As the Church welcomes our new Holy Father, the Cathedral—America’s parish—joins Catholics around the world in celebration and prayer.

Let us give thanks for the gift of our new pope.
Habemus Papam.

#NewPope #StPatricksCathedral #CatholicChurch #NY

Robert Francis Prevost will be the next pope and has taken the name Leo XIV.

An American Pope. I hope he promotes unconditional love and service, especially towards the poor and marginalized. Let's pray.

Congratulations to @mark-carney.bsky.social for leading his party to victory tonight, and for his message of hope and unity for his country His recall of the selfless acts of Gander (Newfoundland) following 9/11 reflects the very best of the Canadian spirit.

#BREAKING: Mark Carney and the Liberal party will form government www.thestar.com/politics/fed...

Pope Francis lifted the world as he led the Church with his profound moral voice. As he returns to God, may his call to humility and concern for the least among us continue to resound.

Pope Francis died at 88, the Vatican announced Monday, ending a pontificate that sought to reshape the Roman Catholic Church into a more inclusive institution. Cardinals will now decide whether to continue his approach or restore more doctrinaire leadership.

Follow live updates: nyti.ms/42RZB9n

Luke 23:41-43 RSV
And we indeed justly; for we are receiving the due reward of our deeds; but this man has done nothing wrong.” And he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” And he said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.”

I said my main goal of this trip was to meet with Kilmar. Tonight I had that chance. I have called his wife, Jennifer, to pass along his message of love. I look forward to providing a full update upon my return.

An ostensibly conservative administration drawing this much condemnation from Judge Wilkinson is truly a sign of the dangerous times in which we find ourselves.

Many products sold in the U.S. are made in El Salvador. In response to the El Salvador president’s statements today, we’re calling for an immediate boycott of all Salvadoran-made goods. Please help by listing any products or brands made in El Salvador in the comments below.

I have been critical of some of the actions of @harvard.edu in recent years, but am proud to be an alumnus of the College tonight. Time to make a donation. Illegitimum non carborundum; Domine salvum fac.

A disgraceful day.