Pope Francis

Conclave: the Vatican’s secret process for choosing a new pope

The next pope will be chosen by the College of Cardinals, the Catholic church’s most senior figures appointed by the pontiff, who will make their way to Rome in the…

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Pope Francis’s popemobile set to become health clinic for Gaza children

One of Pope Francis's popemobiles is being transformed into a mobile health clinic for children in the Gaza Strip, fulfilling one of his final wishes, the Vatican's official media outlet…

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Over 70,000 have visited Pope Francis’s tomb so far

Over 70,000 mourners have already paid homage to Pope Francis by visiting his tomb in the Basilica of St Mary Major, Rome police said. The Argentine pontiff, who died aged…

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From Conclave to The Two Popes: How Pope Francis Inspired a New Wave of Vatican Cinema

For centuries, the rituals of the Roman Catholic Church have inspired both reverence and intrigue. But in recent years, it is the papacy itself—particularly the figure of Pope Francis—that has…

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Pope Francis’ Funeral: A Tribute to His Leadership and Vision

Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re presided over the solemn and moving celebration. He was joined by some 250 Cardinals, Patriarchs, Archbishops, Bishops, priests, and consecrated religious. US President Donald Trump, Ukraine…

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Valuable Dialogue: Zelenskyy and Trump Meet in Rome

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday morning in Rome, marking the two leaders' initial interaction following their unfortunate meeting at the White…

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The official liturgical booklet for Pope Francis’ funeral Mass

The Vatican has released the official liturgical booklet for Pope Francis' funeral Mass, scheduled for April 26, 2025. The document outlines the full ceremony, including prayers, readings, and rituals, reflecting…

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What will happen at the funeral of Pope Francis

By Joanne M. Pierce, Professor Emerita of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross The 88-year-old pontiff had been well aware of his fragile state and advanced age. As early…

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Closing of Pope Francis’s coffin today at 8pm

A ceremony will be held at 20.00 on Friday in Saint Peter's Basilica for the closing of Pope Francis's coffin, the Vatican said.It said Kevin Joseph Farrell, Camerlengo of the…

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Where Pope Francis stood on Abortion, Islam, Capitalism and other key issues

Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church's teaching in areas such as the death penalty and nuclear weapons, upheld it in others such as abortion, and made inroads with Muslims and…

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Global Leaders to Convene for Pope Francis’ Funeral Amid Diplomatic Nuances

Preparations are underway for the funeral of Pope Francis, scheduled for Saturday, April 26, at St. Peter’s Basilica. The ceremony is expected to draw a significant international presence, with over…

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Scammers exploit Pope Francis’s death

Online scammers are using the death of Pope Francis in attempts to steal data and scam people, according to research by cybersecurity firm Check Point shared with POLITICO. Check Point…

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UPDATED: Pope Francis’ body to be taken to St Peter’s Basilica ahead of funeral

The body of Pope Francis, laid out in an open coffin, was carried in a solemn procession from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City to St. Peter's Basilica…

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Everything you need to know about visiting Rome and the Vatican following the death of Pope Francis

Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions. Tourists who have booked to visit Rome in the coming weeks will experience…

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Italy’s Serie A fixtures rescheduled due to Pope Francis’ funeral

Italy's top-flight Serie A soccer league has postponed Saturday's three fixtures until Sunday due to Pope Francis' funeral being held that day in Rome, it said. Earlier media reports had suggested that…

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Trump and von der Leyen set to attend Pope Francis’ funeral on Saturday

Pope Francis’ funeral will take place on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. CET, the Vatican said Tuesday in a statement. A slew of world leaders and foreign dignitaries are set…

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UPDATED: Pope Francis has died

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died, the Vatican said in a video statement on Monday, ending an often turbulent reign marked by…

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UPDATED: Reactions to the death of Pope Francis

Following are reactions to the death of Pope Francis: ITALIAN PRIME MINISTER GIORGIA MELONI: Meloni mourned the departure of "a great man, a great shepherd". "I had the privilege of…

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Who might succeed Pope Francis?

An old Italian saying warns against putting faith, or money, in any presumed front-runner ahead of the conclave, the closed-door gathering of cardinals that picks the pontiff. It cautions: "He who enters a…

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Pope Francis: Key moments from his life

Here are some facts about Pope Francis, who has died at the age of 88. - Jorge Mario Bergoglio was born on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, of…

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What next after the death of Pope Francis?

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, after 12 years as spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church. His death has set in motion the centuries-old process of…

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Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia

Pope Francis entered St. Peter's Square on Sunday in an open-air popemobile for the first time since surviving double pneumonia, greeting tens of thousands of Catholics after the Vatican's celebration…

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The Pope’s recent appearance has intensified concerns regarding his health

Pope Francis, who is taking two months' rest as he recovers from double pneumonia, made an unannounced visit to St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican on Thursday dressed in black…

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Pope Francis makes surprise first appearance at Vatican after hospital stay

Pope Francis made his first public appearance since being discharged from hospital two weeks ago after treatment for double pneumonia, entering St. Peter's Square at the Vatican in a wheelchair…

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King Charles and Queen Camilla’s Vatican visit postponed due to Pope’s health

King Charles and his wife Queen Camilla's state visit to the Vatican has been postponed because of medical advice that suggested Pope Francis would benefit from an extended period of…

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UPDATED: Doctor reveals Pope Francis came close to dying

Pope Francis came so close to death at one point during his 38-day fight in hospital against pneumonia that his doctors considered ending treatment so he could die in peace,…

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Pope Francis discharged from hospital after 38 days in care

Pope Francis made his first public appearance on Sunday following 38 days in care, waving from the window of Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. The 88-year-old pontiff was discharged after a severe…

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Pope ‘absolutely not’ quitting

Pope Francis is "absolutely not" quitting due to his health, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said.Speculation that the 88-year-old Argentine pontiff might be considering stepping down like his…

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Pope seen for the first time since going to hospital

The Vatican has released the first image of Pope Francis since he was admitted to hospital a month ago. The photo shows the pontiff sitting in a wheelchair in front…

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Pope Francis celebrates 12th anniversary in hospital

Pope Francis will on Thursday mark the 12th anniversary of his election as leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, but he will do so from Rome's Gemelli hospital where…

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Pope releases breathless audio message thanking those praying for him amid pneumonia battle

Pope Francis recorded and released an audio message yesterday thanking those who have been praying for his recovery, his voice breathless as he nears three weeks in hospital with pneumonia.…

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Pope Francis in stable condition, resumes some work

Pope Francis, who has been struggling to overcome double pneumonia for almost three weeks, remained in stable condition throughout the day on Wednesday and has not had any new breathing…

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Pope’s prognosis remains ‘guarded’

Pope Francis suffered “two episodes of acute respiratory insufficiency” on Monday and had to be put back on non-invasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican Press Office said in a statement. The…

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Pope off mechanical ventilation entirely after overcoming risks

Pope Francis remained in stable condition and didn't need any mechanical ventilation on Sunday, the Vatican said. It was a sign that he had overcome the possible complications from a…

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Pope Francis showing further improvement, no longer has kidney issue

Pope Francis has shown a “further, slight improvement” in his medical condition, the Vatican said, in a sign of progress as the 88-year-old pontiff battles double pneumonia.Pope Francis, who is…

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Pope showing signs of recovery, resumed some work

Pope Francis is continuing his recovery from pneumonia in hospital and has resumed some work, the Vatican announced on Tuesday. The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been hospitalized since February 14,…

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Pope Francis remains ‘critical’

Pope Francis remains in a "critical" condition, but "has not presented any further respiratory crises", the Vatican said in a statement on Sunday. He was still receiving high-flow oxygen therapy…

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Pope Francis ‘improving’ in hospital, Vatican says

Pope Francis is showing improvement, is alert and doing some work, the Vatican said, as the 88-year-old pontiff began his eighth day in hospital battling pneumonia. Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni…

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Pope Francis remains hospitalized, diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia

Pope Francis has pneumonia in both lungs and remains hospitalized in Rome after a respiratory tract infection, painting a "complex picture" of his health, the Vatican said. A follow-up CT…

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Pope Francis hospitalised

Pope Francis on Friday was hospitalised after he reportedly struggled to speak during one of his meetings in the morning. The pontiff has been suffering from bronchitis for more than…

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Pope Francis tells weekly audience he still has bronchitis

Pope Francis said on Wednesday he was still suffering from a bout of bronchitis and asked an aide to read prepared remarks for a weekly general audience at the Vatican…

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Concern over Pope’s health after halting homily due to shortness of breath

There is concern over the Pope's health after Argentine-born pontiff was forced on Sunday to interrupt his homily in St. Peter's Square during the Armed Forces Jubilee Sunday due to…

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King Charles and Queen Camilla to make state visit to Italy, meet Pope Francis

King Charles and Queen Camilla will travel to Italy and the Vatican in April to meet with Pope Francis, as the Catholic Church celebrates a special Jubilee year, which takes…

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Pope Francis using sling after injuring forearm in fall

Pope Francis injured his right forearm after a fall in his residence on Thursday but did not suffer any broken bones and continued on with his agenda for the day,…

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Pontiff writes of “evil committed by certain priests” in book

Pope Francis was handed a “large white box” full of documents on “abuse” and “dark dealings” in the Catholic Church over a decade ago when he took over from his…

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Pope Francis to open Holy Door for Jubilee of Hope in 2025

Pope Francis will break open the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica on Dec. 24. The city of Rome has invested more than 4.8 billion euros ($5 billion) in more…

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Suffering from heavy cold, Pope Francis to lead Sunday prayers from residence

Pope Francis, who has just turned 88 and has been suffering from a heavy cold, will lead the regular Sunday Angelus prayer from inside his residence as a precaution, the…

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Pope reveals he was target of suicide bomb attempt during 2021 Iraq visit

Pope Francis has revealed he was the target of an attempted suicide bombing during his visit to Iraq three years ago, the first by a Catholic pontiff to the country…

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Pope to meet Palestinian president on Thursday

Pope Francis will meet Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday, the Vatican said, as the Catholic pontiff has become more vocal in his criticism of Israel's military campaign in Gaza.…

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Pope says No to long homilies, max 10 mins

Pope Francis said at his weekly general audience in St Peter's Wednesday that priests should avoid over-long homilies, which should be 10 minutes maximum."Many times there are long sermons, 20,…

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New rules issued for streamlined funerals for popes

The Vatican has issued new rules for more streamlined funerals for popes. Among the new features introduced in an update to the Ordo Exsequiarum Romani Pontificis protocol are the certification…

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Pope Francis urges Catholics to abandon ‘mad pursuit’ of money

Pope Francis urged the world's 1.4 billion Catholics to abandon the "mad pursuit" of money and instead devote themselves to their faith in a new encyclical letter, the highest form…

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Pope’s autobiography to come out during Jubilee

Italian publisher Mondadori said that Pope Francis's autobiography 'Spera' (Hope) will come out in the world's major languages in over 80 countries in January 2025 for the Catholic Church's Jubilee.It…

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Pope Francis to meet Ukraine’s Zelenskiy on Friday

Pope Francis will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday morning, the Vatican said on Wednesday. Francis last saw the Ukrainian president on the sidelines of the Group of Seven…

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Pope’s diverse choices of new cardinals won’t smooth path for successor

When Pope Francis appoints new Catholic cardinals, as he did on Sunday, the move is often described as the pontiff pushing to influence the group that one day will select…

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Pope says Oct 7 day of prayer and fasting for peace

Monday October 7 will be a Christian day of prayer and fasting for peace on the anniversary of the Hamas attacks on Israel, Pope Francis told his weekly general audience…

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Pope Francis to open major Vatican summit, but hot issues on hold

Pope Francis will open a month-long summit of global Catholic leaders on Wednesday but it is likely to defer any decision on divisive issues such as women's ordination and blessings…

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