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.

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an associate professor and the director of Catholic studies at Georgetown University. But in accordance with his wishes, Francis is expected to be buried at the ancient Basilica of St. Mary Major ...