1 hour ago Cardinal Kevin Farrell to oversee Vatican in wake of Pope Francis’ death

Known as the Camerlengo, Farrell will determine the date of Francis’ funeral and supervise other organisational tasks.

Events

5 h. ago Pope Francis was the pontiff with ‘2 left feet’ who loved the ‘beautiful game’

From Argentine compatriots Messi and the late Maradona to Ibrahimovic and Buffon, Francis received greatest stars of football at the Vatican.

Politics

9 h. ago China threatens countries Trump is pressing to isolate Beijing

China threatens countries Trump is pressing to isolate Beijing  AppleInsider

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12 h. ago China calls on Indonesia to jointly oppose protectionism as US trade war deepens

Call from China’s top diplomat Wang Yi follows first ‘2+2’ talks between the two countries’ foreign and defence ministers.

Events

12 h. ago Filipinos mourn death of Pope Francis, their ‘Lolo Kiko’: ‘we grieve like orphans’

Many Filipinos recall the pontiff’s supportive and caring ways, saying he ‘gave voice to the marginalised, the voiceless and powerless’.

Events

13 h. ago Who will succeed Pope Francis? Exploring potential candidates from Vatican circles

Several contenders have emerged to replace Pope Francis, with each bringing unique qualities and influences to the Vatican’s future leadership.

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14 h. ago Hong Kong’s Catholic Church recalls ‘inspirational leader’ Pope Francis

Tributes flow for late pontiff who always kept ‘the people of Hong Kong and Macau’ in his ‘thoughts and prayers’.

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15 h. ago Pope Francis’ death mourned globally by Russia’s Putin, UK’s King Charles, France’s Macron

World leaders praised Pope Francis for his compassion, peace efforts, and interfaith dialogue, leaving a legacy of justice and humility.

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18 h. ago Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88, on Easter Monday

Elected in 2013, his papacy was marked by reform efforts and internal division within the Catholic Church.

Events

19 h. ago China vows retaliation against countries supporting US trade isolation

China vows retaliation against countries supporting US trade isolation  Euronews.com

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20 h. ago Xi Jinping's China Pledges Retaliation Against Countries Isolating Beijing By Giving Into Trump Administration's 'Unilateral Bullying,' Says It Will 'Never Accept It'

Xi Jinping's China Pledges Retaliation Against Countries Isolating Beijing By Giving Into Trump Administration's 'Unilateral Bullying,' Says It Will 'Never Accept It'  Benzinga

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24 h. ago China vows retaliation against countries that follow U.S. calls to isolate Beijing

China vows retaliation against countries that follow U.S. calls to isolate Beijing  CNBC

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24 h. ago Beijing warns of retaliation against nations who 'appease' US in tariff war

Beijing warns of retaliation against nations who 'appease' US in tariff war  France 24

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25 h. ago China opposes any deal at expense of its interests: MOFCOM on US plans to ‘isolate’ China with tariff negotiations

China opposes any deal at expense of its interests: MOFCOM on US plans to ‘isolate’ China with tariff negotiations  Global Times

Economics

29 h. ago Israel cancels visas for French lawmakers before visit to include Palestinian territories

Sunday’s action came amid diplomatic tensions after President Emmanuel Macron said France would soon recognise a Palestinian state.

Politics

31 h. ago 'Ao dai' shines in Beijing amid 75th anniversary of Vietnam–China diplomatic ties

'Ao dai' shines in Beijing amid 75th anniversary of Vietnam–China diplomatic ties  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

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35 h. ago Israeli probe finds ‘professional failures’ in killing of 15 Palestinian medics

The military said the killing of 15 emergency responders in Gaza last month found violations of orders but no attempt to conceal the incident.

Events

35 h. ago Israeli military review into killing of Gaza aid workers finds ‘professional failures’

The military said the killing of 15 emergency responders in Gaza last month found violations of orders but no attempt to conceal the incident.

Events

35 h. ago 15 Gaza paramedics were shot and killed in ‘misunderstanding’, Israel finds

Israeli troops opened fire on a convoy of ambulances and a UN car because an officer felt they were a threat, the investigation found.

Politics

36 h. ago Vance meets Pope Francis amid row over Trump’s migrant plans

Vance’s motorcade was on Vatican territory for 17 minutes. The Vatican said there was an ‘exchange of opinions’ including current conflicts.

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