The Latest Breaking News from Pope Francis

What happens after Pope Francis’ funeral – how the Conclave to select his successor will work

The late pope broke from tradition with a burial at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

How branding made Francis the ‘People’s Pope’

From papal selfies to the viral generative AI images featuring a stylish puffer jacket, Pope Francis became a prominent popular culture figure during his papacy.

The Conversation · Apr 22, 2025

Who is attending Pope Francis’ funeral?

The funeral started at 9am UK time in St Peter’s Square after a three-day-period of lying in state where the public can pay tribute to the Pope

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

The Latest: Karen Read supporters arrive at court in advance of her second trial

The second murder trial of Karen Read will begin with both sides laying out conflicting theories of how her Boston police officer boyfriend ended up dead

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

In Vatican City, mourners and the curious gather after Pope Francis dies

Thousands pay their respects at St Peter’s Square as more visitors are expected over the nine-day mourning period.

Al Jazeera · Apr 22, 2025

Leo Varadkar praises Pope Francis for reaching out to gay community

The former taoiseach met Francis during his visit to Ireland in 2018.

Evening Standard · Apr 22, 2025

When is Pope Francis’s funeral? Date, time, and how to watch the live burial

The pope’s body was laid to rest in a coffin in the chapel of the Santa Marta residence in the Vatican, where he had lived, on Monday

Evening Standard · Apr 22, 2025

Israeli strikes kill 14 in Gaza and destroy heavy equipment needed to clear rubble

Israeli strikes have killed at least 14 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, mostly women and children, and destroyed bulldozers and other heavy equipment that had been supplied by mediators to clear rubble

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

Why a century-old tradition has been broken as Pope Francis is buried outside the Vatican

Pontiff said he had a great devotion to St Mary Major and prayed there the day after assuming the title

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

First Thing: Harvard sues Trump administration over grants freeze

University fights back against threats to cut federal funding. Plus, tributes pour in for Pope Francis

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2025