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Incense, bells and Swiss guards: The procession bringing Pope Francis to lie in state
Thousands flooded through the walls of Vatican City as a procession of cardinals and pallbearers brought the late pontiff ...
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The holy items inside Pope Francis’ casket
The photos of Pope Francis lying lifeless in his coffin reveal far more than meets the eye — and every detail tells a story.
Pope Francis’ Coffin Is Moved to St. Peter’s Square in Solemn Procession
Pope Francis’ coffin was carried in a procession from his residency at the Vatican to St. Peter’s Square on Wednesday, where ...
A series of ancient traditions rule the pope's funeral and conclave
The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.
What's in Pope Francis' open casket? Items that'll be buried with him in Rome
Pope Francis' funeral will take place on Saturday, April 26, the Vatican confirmed. On Wednesday, the first photos of the ...
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Francis: radical leader who broke the papal mould
Pope Francis, who died Monday aged 88, will go down in history as a radical pontiff, a champion of underdogs who forged a ...
Pope Francis Blesses Faithful at Easter Mass
The pontiff, appearing frail from a balcony at St. Peter’s Basilica, blessed a crowd gathered on the square outside. But a ...