The conversation revolves around the unexpected selection of an American Pope, with Matt Gagnon explaining the rarity of such a choice due to America’s global influence. He mentions following a Twitter account, “Pope Predictor,” which uses an algorithm to evaluate cardinals’ “poppability” based on factors like age, geographical origin, and positions held. Despite the algorithm not initially predicting an American Pope, it identified Cardinal Prevost as a top contender. Prevost, known for his centrist views, was eventually chosen as the new Pope. The discussion also touches on the algorithm’s creator’s anonymity and growing popularity.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
