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What are the chances that Pope Francis will become a saint?
Pope Francis’s devoted faithful will likely soon be hollering for the late, humble, huddled-masses-loving pontiff to be ...
William to attend Pope’s funeral on behalf of the King
The Prince of Wales is to attend the Pope’s funeral on behalf of the King, Kensington Palace has announced. Heir to the ...
A series of ancient traditions rule the pope's funeral and conclave
The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.
Pope Francis' funeral fitting for a pontiff 'but not a king' as mourners say their 'final goodbye'
The body of Pope Francis was transferred to St Peter's Basilica on Wednesday, where he will lie in state for three days ahead ...
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What happens to a Pope’s body after death? Papal embalming explained
A guide to the embalming process likely to be used for Pope Francis, based on historic and modern practices followed by the ...
What Happens After the Pope Dies? A Visual Timeline of Rituals and Traditions
After Pope Francis’ funeral, 135 cardinals will gather for a conclave to elect a new pope. The traditions include oaths of secrecy, paper ballots and white smoke from a chimney of the Sistine Chapel.
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Death of Pope Francis brings changes: A simpler funeral, a different burial site and an earlier conclave
The pontiff will be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, not in the Vatican, and changes in regulations will speed ...