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In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis’ legacy lead to one question: Why didn’t he return?

Pope Francis never set foot in his native Argentina during his papacy. That left many of the faithful in his homeland feeling puzzled and snubbed by the world’s first Latin American pope.

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The Week Unwrapped: Why was Pope Francis controversial in Argentina?

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Why Did Francis Never Return Home to Argentina as Pope?

Francis never gave an explicit answer for not returning as pontiff to his native country, but some experts say he worried about having his presence used for political purposes.

Pope Francis, Funeral

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AP PHOTOS: Pope Francis’ image is everywhere as the Catholic faithful mourn him with art and thanks

Vendors in Indonesia sold keychains and fans bearing his image. A message board to the late pope was covered in writings from the Catholic faithful outside a parish in Quezon City, Philippines: “Thank you for the love, compassion and hope,” one message read.

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Pope Francis' funeral service: How to livestream on April 26

If you want to watch Pope Francis' funeral on April 26, you will need to get up early. Some coverage will start as early as 3 a.m. ET.

The New York Times · 1d

What to Know About Pope Francis’ Funeral Arrangements

Contrary to his doctors’ orders to stay essentially isolated in his Vatican residence to recover, the pope resumed a limited schedule after his release from the hospital. A day

The ‘destiny’ hidden in Pope Francis’ soccer club card

Before he was Pope, Jorge Bergoglio was member 88235 of his beloved San Lorenzo soccer club. Now fans in Buenos Aires see a ...

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Pope Francis’ ordinary shoes bring pride to his Argentine neighborhood — and his cobbler

The man who would become Pope Francis always bought his shoes in the same place. And now the remarkably ordinary footwear has ...

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Pope Francis' Funeral: A Rundown of Events Honoring the 266th Pontiff

Hundreds of thousands are expected to gather for the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday. The 88-year-old pontiff died from a heart attack and stroke on Monday. Francis' body has been lying in state ...

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Pope Francis' funeral: Donald Trump, Prince William among world leaders attending

His memorial service is set for Saturday morning at 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. ET) and his body will be buried at Rome's ...

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Pope Francis' beloved soccer team in Buenos Aires mourns its most famous fan

Pope Francis' beloved soccer club in his native Buenos Aires, San Lorenzo, celebrated a Mass late Wednesday dedicated to its ...

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How Pope Francis’ early life in Argentina shines light on his time in the Vatican

Oscar Crespo was watching TV in his native Buenos Aires when he saw the white smoke appearing above the Sistine Chapel at the ...

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Inside Pope Francis' family: Five siblings and one surviving sister

Pope Francis's death was announced earlier today, on April 21st. He was 88 years old. The moment has triggered many tributes ...

Pope Francis never visited his homeland of Argentina in his papacy. Some blame its volatile politics

Pope Francis never set foot in his native Argentina during his papacy, and that left many of the faithful in his homeland ...

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