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Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute
The head of the basilica that is housing Pope Francis's tomb says it reflects his "humble, simple and essential" life.
Rewriting Mayan History: Archaeologists Discover Hidden Altar Buried Underground
A newly discovered altar buried near the center of the ancient Maya city of Tikal is providing fresh insight into the ...
Most popes are buried beneath the Vatican—but Francis is breaking tradition
The earthly remains of most of history’s 266 popes (plus some European royals) are buried in Rome—in dozens of crypts, ...
Why Pope Francis isn’t being buried in the Vatican
Pope Francis will be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore, a basilica full of light, history, and deep personal meaning ...
Ancient Roman theater sat unnoticed under Croatia city hall — until earthquake
After an earthquake damaged the building, construction crews started working in the basement and unearthed the forgotten Roman ruins. Take a look.
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Funeral of Pope Francis: What to expect from the simplified papal ceremony
Although Pope Francis simplified the papal funeral rites in a move of typical modesty, Saturday’s ceremony will still be full ...
Tracking the Footprint of the Pope’s Death in Rome
The pope’s portrait is everywhere these days. Here, we found it in a store of liturgical paraphernalia in central Rome. There were also many other symbols around, as a testament to how religion and ...