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Tens of thousands of pilgrims flock to Rome ahead of Pope's funeral on Saturday
The Pope died at his Vatican residence at 07:35 CEST (06:35 BST), the Vatican said in a statement released at about 09:45 ...
The blackout that nearly broke New York—and the logo that saved it
In 1977, with dozens of fires set daily and tourism in freefall, New York hired an artist to save the city. His infamous ...
White smoke, black smoke, conclave: Here’s a papal glossary of terms
A change in popes — through death or resignation — is a complicated process. These are the need-to-know terms — some of them ...
Prince William to join world leaders including Trump and Macron at Pope's funeral
Pope Francis confirmed in his final testament - released by the Vatican just now - that he wished to be buried in Rome's ...
PHOTO COLLECTION: Vatican What’s Happening and Where
Faithful and nuns gather by the statue of Pope Pius IX, inside in St. Mary Major basilica, where Pope Francis will be buried, ...
Conclave smoke: What black and white smoke signal during election of a new pope
In the papal conclave to elect a new pope, here's a look at what the color of smoke (black or white) means after each vote.