2 h. ago "Discreet Death, Did Not Suffer": Vatican Recounts Pope Francis' Last Hours

Pope Francis thanked his personal nurse for encouraging him to greet the crowds in St Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, according to the Vatican, which said that these were amongst his last words.

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5 h. ago Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe And Others Pay Tribute To Pope Francis

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta

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5 h. ago Pope Francis Funeral To Be Held On April 26 At Vatican, Huge Crowd Expected

Pope Francis, 88, died on Monday from a stroke, less than a month after returning home from five weeks in hospital battling double pneumonia.

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6 h. ago Vatican Releases Photo Of Pope Francis In Coffin Ahead Of His Funeral

The images were taken in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta, Pope Francis's residence at the Vatican where he died.

Culture

10 h. ago Pope Francis Death: When The Papacy Was Shifted From Vatican To France

Pope Francis never liked grand titles. He called himself the Bishop of Rome, not the ruler of Vatican City. He carried his own bag, wore simple shoes and asked for prayers more often than he gave...

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10 h. ago These 4 Indian Cardinals Will Be In Conclave That Picks Next Pope

Following the death of the Pope, the Vatican will enter a nine-day mourning period known as the Novendiale, an ancient Roman tradition that continues to this day. During this time, preparations will...

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12 h. ago Pope Francis death LIVE: Pope to be buried in Basilica of St. Mary Major in Pauline Chapel as his request in Spiritual Testament

Pope Francis death LIVE: Pope to be buried in Basilica of St. Mary Major in Pauline Chapel as his request in Spiritual Testament  The Hindu

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16 h. ago "Deeply Saddening": Yogi Adityanath Condoles Demise Of Pope Francis

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed condolences on the demise of Pope Francis.

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20 h. ago Pope Francis Died Of Stroke And Subsequent Heart Failure, Says Vatican

Pope Francis died Monday at age 88. History's first Latin American pontiff charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated many conservatives with critiques of...

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21 h. ago List Of 15 Potential Candidates Who Could Be The Successor To Pope Francis

Whether diplomats, theologians, mediators or Vatican insiders, here are 15 cardinals who are among the potential favourites to become the next pope, known as the "papabili", divided by region.

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21 h. ago Vatican Pope Francis Death LIVE news Updates: India declares 3

Vatican Pope Francis Death LIVE news Updates: India declares 3-day mourning; Pope may have died of cerebral haemorrhage | Today News  Mint

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22 h. ago Despite Doctor's Advice To Rest, Pope Francis Kept Working Right To The End

After spending more than five weeks in hospital for a bout of double pneumonia, doctors told Pope Francis he needed two months' rest - but the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics kept working...

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23 h. ago After 'Miracle' Recovery, Report Reveals Likely Cause Of Pope's Death

Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church since March 2013, died on Monday. He was 88.

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24 h. ago Pope Francis's love for India evident throughout his papacy, says Jesuit leader

Pope Francis's love for India evident throughout his papacy, says Jesuit leader  Hindustan Times

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24 h. ago From Being A Moral Guide To Bishop of Rome: What Exactly Does A Pope Do?

With the death of Pope Francis on Monday, the world's cardinals will now head to Rome to elect a successor. So what exactly does a pope do?

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24 h. ago Top 5 news of the day : Pope Francis passes away; US VP JD Vance meets PM Modi in Delhi; and more

Top 5 news of the day : Pope Francis passes away; US VP JD Vance meets PM Modi in Delhi; and more  Times of India

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24 h. ago New Indian Cardinal, Unfulfilled Visit: Pope Francis' Bond With India

Pope Francis's connection with India was marked by a mix of hopes and challenges. His long-held wish to visit the country remained unfulfilled. However, just months ago, he elevated an Indian priest,...

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25 h. ago Church leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis’ simplicity, deep respect for Indian culture

Church leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis’ simplicity, deep respect for Indian culture  Hindustan Times

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26 h. ago Pope Francis India connection: Canonisations, cardinals, and a visit that wasn’t

Pope Francis India connection: Canonisations, cardinals, and a visit that wasn’t  Times of India

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26 h. ago Pope Francis' bond with India: Canonisations, new Indian Cardinal and unfulfilled visit

Pope Francis' bond with India: Canonisations, new Indian Cardinal and unfulfilled visit  The Economic Times

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