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King Charles and Queen Camilla Are "Greatly Moved" Over Pope Francis Granting Them a Private Audience Before His Death

The King and Queen shared they had "heavy hearts" over the pope's death.

Marie Claire

The Papabili - 15 Potential Successors To Pope Francis

The April 21 death of Pope Francis triggered a period of mourning in the Catholic Church, but also kick-started the race for his successor.

International Business Times

OPINION - Pope Francis obituary: A disruptor and force for good - even though he couldn't achieve everything he wanted

First South American Pope spoke to non-Catholics as well as Catholics and warned politicians against the ‘logic of fear’

Evening Standard

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Six events that defined Francis’ papacy

Pope Francis sought a more inclusive and consultative Church, initiating synods that encouraged dialogue and greater participation from laypeople, including women, sometimes opposed by more conservative elements of the Church.

Euronews

'The Voice Of God': Filipinos Wrestle With Death Of Pope Francis

Church bells rang out across the Philippines early Monday evening as Asia's bastion of Catholicism mourned the death of Pope Francis.

International Business Times

‘I am sorry’ — A reflection on Pope Francis’s apology on residential schools

With the death of Pope Francis, his apology for residential schools in Canada and its impacts needs to be explored nearly three years after it was delivered.

The Conversation

900-year-old Vatican doomsday prophecy resurfaces amid Pope Francis’ illness

According to a 900-year-old book in the Vatican, 'Judgement Day' may be upon us soon, and Pope Francis might be the last leader of the Church.

Euronews

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Pope Francis dies aged 88: His biggest controversies and changes to Church explained

Francis, who served as the Pope for over a decade, was a transformative figure in the Catholic Church, known as much for his progressive reforms as for the controversies they stirred within its ranks

The Independent UK

What Happens When A Pope Dies As The Vatican Readies To Succeed Francis

Pope Francis has died aged 88 after a surprise Easter appearance, with the Vatican now preparing a simplified funeral in line with his wishes and beginning the process to elect his successor.

Latin Times

Priest recalls watching Pope write apology to abuse victims in Ireland

Father Tim Bartlett helped organise Francis’s visit to the island in 2018.

Evening Standard

Prime Minister and King’s tributes to Francis, a pope ‘for the downtrodden’

The King said Francis profoundly touched the lives of so many.

Evening Standard

JD Vance joins world tributes to Pope Francis after Easter Sunday meeting

French President Emmanuel Macron said Pope Francis wanted to ‘unite people with one another and with nature’.

Evening Standard

Stunned And Sad, Faithful Gather At St Peter's To Remember Francis

A hush reigned over the normally boisterous St Peter's Square on Monday as the faithful and the curious alike gathered at the seat of Catholicism to mark the death of Pope Francis.

International Business Times

Glasgow Cathedral to hold special mass for Pope Francis after death at 88

A special mass will take place today at 1pm at St Andrew's Cathedral in Glasgow following the death of Pope Francis.

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The Independent UK

King and religious leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis after death aged 88

The pontiff had recently resumed some official duties earlier this month during his recovery from pneumonia.

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King Charles leads tributes to Pope Francis

King Charles and leaders from around the world have paid tribute to Pope Francis following his death on Easter Monday (21.04.25).

International Business Times UK

JD Vance Was Last World Official To Meet Pope Francis Alive: When Did US VP Become Catholic

US Vice President JD Vance became the last world leader to meet Pope Francis alive, capping a historic Easter visit shaped by his own Catholic conversion and the pontiff's final public moments.

Evening Standard

‘Deep sadness’ in Scotland following death of Pope Francis

Faith leaders and politicians paid tribute to the Pope following his death on Easter Monday.

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Evening Standard

Irish leaders pay tribute to Pope as ‘exceptional’ and ‘remarkable’ figure

Irish premier Micheal Martin said the Pope held a ‘special place in the hearts of Irish people’.

International Business Times

Clerical Sex Abuse: Pope Francis's Thorniest Challenge

When Pope Francis took over in 2013, the Catholic Church was embroiled in a global scandal over child sex abuse by priests, and the institution's attempts to cover it up.

Radio France Internationale

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff dies, aged 88

Pope Francis, the unconventional and outspoken pontiff who inspired widespread devotion but riled traditionalists, died on Monday aged 88. Born Jorge Bergoglio, Francis was the first Jesuit to lead the world's almost 1.4 billion Catholics and the first from the Americas.

International Business Times UK

Pope Francis Death Update: How To Pay Homage to the Late Pontiff

While a precise date for the funeral has not yet been officially confirmed, sources within the Vatican suggest that the ceremony will likely take place later this week

The Independent UK

First LGBT group to meet Pope hails ‘transformative’ welcoming approach

Francis said ‘who am I to judge?’ when asked about gay priests in 2013

International Business Times UK

What Happens When A Pope Dies: Pope Francis Passes At Age 88 Early Morning Easter Monday

Pope Francis has died aged 88 after a surprise Easter appearance, with the Vatican now preparing a simplified funeral in line with his wishes and beginning the process to elect his successor.

Evening Standard

First LGBT group to meet Pope hails his ‘transformative’ welcoming approach

Francis said ‘who am I to judge?’ when asked about gay priests in 2013.

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