Pope Benedict fractures wrist in a fall

From the Associated Press 30 minutes ago

AOSTA, Italy — A hospital spokesman says Pope Benedict XVI is undergoing surgery after breaking his right wrist in a fall during his vacation in the Italian Alps.

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