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Pope Francis live updates: About 90,000 have visited St. Peter's Basilica
As of Thursday evening, about 90,000 people have visited St. Peter’s Basilica to pay homage to Pope Francis, the Vatican ...
Vatican may extend hours as huge crowds line up to honor Pope Francis
A conclave to choose a new pope normally takes place 15 to 20 days after the death of a pontiff, meaning this conclave should ...
As a diplomat, Pope Francis won breakthroughs and faced frustrations
Cuba thaw and inked a deal with China on bishop appointments. His calls for peace and to fight climate change were not always ...
Why Pope Francis isn’t being buried in the Vatican
Pope Francis is breaking with tradition when it comes to where he will be laid to rest – choosing a light-filled basilica ...
Did Pope Francis ever visit Massachusetts? A look at his time in the United States
Pope Francis died Easter Monday, the Vatican announced. Here's a look at his time in the United States, including if he ever ...
Thousands from around the world line up to pay last respects to Pope Francis
Over 25,000 people from all walks of life waited for hours to see Pope Francis one last time as he lies in St. Peter's ...
How a New Pope Is Chosen—and Who It Could Be
Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, Francis was elected Pope in 2013 after his predecessor Pope Benedict XVI became the first Pope to resign in about 600 years. Francis, chosen as TIME’ ...
Victim's Advocates Criticise Cardinal's Role in Pope Francis' Funeral
Advocates for Catholic clergy sexual abuse victims are criticising the appointment of a retired U.S. cardinal who has been accused of mishandling abuse cases to a ceremonial role in helping seal Pope ...