Historic Farewell: Pope Francis Laid to Rest at Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
The world united in a profound farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday, as over 250,000 mourners gathered at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican to pay their final respects.
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Pope Francis Lies in State Ahead of Funeral Set for Saturday
Vatican City, April 22, 2025. — Pope Francis, who died Monday at age 88 following a stroke and cardiac arrest, is lying in state at the Santa Marta residence, where he lived during his 12-year pon
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Pope Francis Dies at 88: The World Mourns a Pontiff Who Transformed the Church
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a key global figure of the 21st century known for his humility, compassion, and advocacy for the poor, died Monday at the age of 88 in the Vatican.
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Pope arrives home at Vatican after 5-week hospital stay to beat life-threatening bout of pneumonia
Pope Francis was discharged this Sunday after 38 days of hospitalization at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome.
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Pope Francis in critical condition after health deteriorates, Vatican says
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World Welcomes 2025 with Global Festivities and Reflection
From Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, millions celebrated the arrival of 2025 with fireworks, cultural events, and unique traditions.
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New Year 2024: Celebrations Infused with Hope Amidst a World in Conflict
As the clock struck midnight, welcoming the dawn of 2024, the world experienced a myriad of emotions ranging from exuberant celebrations to poignant reflections.
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Zelensky asks pope Francis to back Kyiv peace plan
Pope Francis offers help repatriating Ukrainian children from Russia as Volodymyr Zelensky meets select leaders in Italy. Russia retreats in Bakhmut
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