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The death of Pope Francis has triggered a period of mourning in the Vatican and signals the start of a millennia-old process ...

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The body of Pope Francis was carried in a solemn procession Wednesday from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City ...

Here are the key things to know about the funeral of the first Latin American pontiff in the church’s history.

Following Pope Francis's death on April 21 ... Smoke signals indicate progress: black means no decision; white means a pope has been chosen. Following the election, the newly chosen pope accepts ...

Following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88 ... The world waits for a sign: black smoke signals no decision; white ...

His death ends a historic chapter for the Catholic Church. The first Latin American pope, he opened the doors of his faith to ...

The death of Pope Francis has triggered a period ... the ballots will be burned along with a chemical that makes the smoke black. If white smoke billows from the chimney, however, it means ...