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Biden Reflects on Pope Francis' Legacy of Mercy and Compassion

As I sat among the more than 200,000 people who came to Rome to grieve the loss and celebrate the life of Pope Francis, one word kept running through my mind − mercy. ...

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Potential Candidates to Succeed Pope Francis

Updated on: April 28, 2025 / 7:50 AM EDT / CBS News Following Pope Francis' ...

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Papal Conclave to Select Successor for Pope Francis Set to Begin May 7

Updated on: April 28, 2025 / 8:43 AM EDT / CBS News ...

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Vatican Announces Start Date for Next Pope Conclave

Cardinals gathered in Rome to mourn Pope Francis over the weekend. ROME - The conclave to elect the next pope is set to begin ...

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Cardinals Set Date to Begin Electing Pope Francis' Successor

Cardinals have chosen May 7 as the date to start conclave and elect a new leader for 1.4 billion Catholics around the world, the Vatican announced. ...

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Pope Francis' Tomb Draws Catholic Faithful in Rome Basilica

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The Race to Choose the Next Pope Intensifies

Francis sought to lower age profile and broaden spread of college of cardinals and for most it is their first conclave ...

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Massive Crowds Visit Pope Francis's Tomb After Funeral

Mourners express sadness and gratitude, while special mass in St Peter's Square attracts 200,000 people ...

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The Process of Choosing the Next Pope After Pope Francis' Passing

With the passing of Pope Francis, who presided over the Roman Catholic Church and its estimated 1.4 billion followers for 12 years, attention now turns to the selection of his successor. ...

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The Legacy of Pope Francis: Impact on LGBTQ+ Catholics and the Future Ahead

After the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, DignityUSA organized a gathering for LGBTQ+ Catholics to share their emotions and concerns. Many expressed gratitude for Francis' inclusive actions, but also feared a potential regression under a new ...

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Massive Crowd Gathers in St. Peter's Square to Honor Pope Francis

Hundreds of thousands of the faithful gathered in St. Peter's Square on Sunday to pay homage to Pope Francis on the second of nine days the Vatican has set aside to mourn the beloved pontiff, who was laid to rest a day earlier. ...

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Trump and Zelenskyy have 'productive' meeting during Pope's funeral

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Pope Francis Remembered in Emotional Vatican Funeral Procession

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A Visual Tribute to Pope Francis: Funeral Photos

A selection of the best photographs from the funeral in St Peter's Square* Pope Francis's funeral - live ...

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Farewell to Pope Francis: A Celebration of a People's Pope

As Pope Francis's coffin emerged into St Peter's Square, the crowd paid tribute to a leader who urged the world to build bridges ...

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World Mourns Pope Francis at Emotional Funeral Service in Rome

Applause rings out as late pontiff's wooden coffin carried from altar of St Peter's Basilica for open-air ceremony ...

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The Unique Connection Between Pope Francis' Love of Soccer and His Passing

Pope Francis remained a dedicated soccer fan throughout his time at the Vatican, sparking speculation in Argentina that his passing was somehow predestined. ...

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Last Chance to Pay Respects to Pope Francis Before His Funeral

Pope Francis will be laid to rest on Saturday. The 88-year-old head of the Catholic Church died on Monday, after battling double pneumonia and other health issues earlier this year. ...

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Trump and Zelenskyy Hold Productive Meeting at Pope's Funeral

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held what the White House described as a "productive" meeting on the sidelines of Pope Francis' funeral in Rome. ...

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Prince William to Represent British Royals at Pope Francis' Funeral

King Charles III will not attend the funeral of Pope Francis alongside other world leaders. The British m...

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