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TikTok posts – No, ‘The Simpsons’ didn’t predict Pope Francis would die in 2025
“The Simpsons” predicted Pope Francis’ 2025 death.
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What we know about claims US border protection detained, deported 2 German tourists in Hawaii
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<div>No evidence silver hammer used to confirm the pope’s death</div>
Rumors about the alleged hammer ritual spread amid Pope Francis' passing in April 2025.
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What we know about rumors Canadian PM Mark Carney orchestrated US Treasurys sell-off
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