3 h. ago I Watched the Pope Visit the Forgotten and Convert the Skeptical

Jim Yardley, a former Rome bureau chief for The New York Times, witnessed Pope Francis’ transformation from an unlikely papal contender to a beloved figure.

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5 h. ago For Palestinian Christians at a church in Gaza, Pope Francis' death is a special loss

Pope Francis called to check in on a Christian congregation in Gaza sheltering at their church almost every night since the Gaza war began. "Today we feel like we are orphans," a spokesperson says.

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5 h. ago 'Conclave' Viewership Shot Up 283 Percent Following Pope Francis’ Death

Since Monday, viewers have watched nearly 7 million minutes of Conclave, a film about the process of choosing a new pope. The Two Popes saw its numbers go up 417 percent.

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9 h. ago The long line of the papacy: Francis' death renews focus on the church's most powerful figures

Peter was the first pontiff of the Catholic church, and several popes have been considered "great" in the interim.

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11 h. ago First photos released of Pope Francis in his casket; funeral set for Saturday

The first pictures of Pope Francis' body following his death were released on Tuesday, and his funeral has been scheduled for Saturday morning.

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13 h. ago Christians in Gaza say they feel 'orphaned' by the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis used to call the tiny Christian congregation in Gaza at their church almost every night. Now they say they feel "orphaned" by his death.

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13 h. ago Catholics from around the world mourn Pope Francis' death as tributes pour in

Tributes have poured in from around the world remembering Pope Francis, who died Monday at age 88 after leading the Catholic Church's 1.4 billion followers for 12 years.

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13 h. ago What's next for the Catholic Church after the death of Pope Francis

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Villanova University theology professor Massimo Faggioli about the future direction of the Catholic Church following the death of Pope Francis.

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15 h. ago Jimmy Kimmel Praises Pope Francis for Going Out With a Mic Drop

“Is there anything more Catholic than waiting until Monday to die so you don’t upstage Jesus Christ?” Kimmel said.

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16 h. ago Empire State Building shines in gold, white in memory of Pope Francis after pontiff's death

The Empire State Building is shining gold and white tower lights for a four-hour window to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis following his death.

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16 h. ago Vatican confirms Pope Francis’s cause of death as Catholics mourn worldwide

Vatican confirms Pope Francis’s cause of death as Catholics mourn worldwide  The Washington Post

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22 h. ago Trump will attend Pope Francis' funeral in Rome despite contentious past: 'Look forward to being there!'

President Trump said on his social media platform Truth Social Monday – following news of Pope Francis's death – that he and first lady Melania Trump will be attending the Pope's funeral at the Vatican, despite the president's, at times, contentious history with the late-leader of the Catholic Church.

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22 h. ago What local leaders are saying about the death of Pope Francis

“Pope Francis changed hearts, opened minds, and inspired action. His legacy will endure.” The post What local leaders are saying about the death of Pope Francis appeared first on Boston.com.

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23 h. ago From Whoopi Goldberg to Jimmy Fallon: Celebrities who met the pope share memories

Celebrities are mourning the death of Pope Francis after his death on Monday.

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24 h. ago Pope Francis death: San Francisco Catholics mourn passing of pope, remember him as 'great man

Pope Francis death: San Francisco Catholics mourn passing of pope, remember him as 'great man - great for the people'  ABC7 San Francisco

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24 h. ago Pope Francis’ official cause of death revealed in announcement from Vatican

Pope Francis has died of a stroke and cardiac arrest following previous complications with double pneumonia, according to the Vatican. Here's what to know about the condition.

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24 h. ago Who are the top contenders to be the next pope? Experts weigh in

After the death of Pope Francis on Monday, the question looming around the world is, who will become the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church? Experts weigh in.

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25 h. ago Live updates: Vatican confirms Pope Francis’s cause of death as Catholics mourn worldwide

Live updates: Vatican confirms Pope Francis’s cause of death as Catholics mourn worldwide  The Washington Post

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25 h. ago Pope Francis' will details burial request after pontiff's death caused by stroke: Vatican officials

The cause of death for Pope Francis was revealed by Vatican officials along with his will, which detailed his requests for his burial hours after his passing.

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26 h. ago Catholics in Bay Area, around the world mourn after death of Pope Francis at 88

Catholics in Bay Area, around the world mourn after death of Pope Francis at 88  CBS News

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