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Cardinals prepare to battle over the future direction of the Catholic Church
Pope Francis’ death fires the gun on what many see as a battle for the soul of the church – pitting those who want to ...
Pope Francis live updates: Prince William to attend pope's funeral on Saturday
The pontiff's funeral is scheduled to begin on Saturday, April 26, according to the Vatican. Francis' death on Monday came ...
Pope Francis live updates: Pontiff lies in state in St. Peter's Basilica for 3 days ahead of funeral
Body to be transferred to St. Peter's Basilica in a ceremonial procession, where the public will be able to pay their ...
Pope Francis had a troubled course on dealing with clergy sexual abuse
Few could have predicted that a comment Pope Francis made during a 2018 visit to Chile would blow up into the biggest crisis ...
Did Pope Francis ‘Pack’ the Conclave?
Understanding the politics of the cardinals—and how Francis may have influenced the election of his successor.
Pope Francis’ coffin arrives at St Peter’s Basilica ahead of funeral
Pope Francis’ coffin has arrived at St Peter’s Basilica, where he will lie in state before his funeral on Saturday.
Pope Francis, a Catholic Church reformer, dies at 88: Live updates
Pope Francis, 88, a reformer who sought to make the Catholic Church more inclusive much to the ire of some conservatives, has ...