Pope Francis Delivers Angelus Prayer From Residence Due to Cold

The 88-year-old pontiff opted for a live broadcast as a precaution ahead of a demanding Christmas schedule, including the opening of the Holy Year.

Pope Francis, suffering from a cold, conducted the traditional Sunday Angelus prayer from the chapel of his Vatican residence instead of the Apostolic Palace window.
The decision was made to avoid exposure to temperature fluctuations and to prioritize his health for the upcoming Christmas commitments.
The pontiff, speaking with a hoarse voice, apologized to those gathered in St. Peter's Square and assured them he was feeling better.
His Christmas schedule includes presiding over the Christmas Eve Mass, the opening of the Holy Door to mark the start of the Holy Year, and delivering the 'Urbi et Orbi' blessing on Christmas Day.
Holy Years, significant in Catholic tradition, occur every 25 years, with this year's celebrations expected to draw global attention.