Pope Francis has increased his level of physical therapy and remains in stable condition, the Vatican said on Wednesday night ...

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The pope "rested well" and woke shortly after 8 a.m. this morning, his 20th day in hospital, as his condition remains stable ...

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The Holy Father's prognosis remains complex as he engages in Lenten traditions and Vatican duties during hospitalization.

"The night passed quietly, the pope is still resting," the Vatican said Thursday as there's still no update on when he will be released from hospital.