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Pope Francis died from stroke followed by heart failure

The late pope's passing was announced earlier on Monday morning with bells tolling in Catholic churches from Latin America to Asia and across Rome as the news spread around the world.

22/04/2025

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Rosary prayer for late Pope Francis in St Peter’s Square

The rosary ended with a long round of applause followed by people chanting “long live Pope Francis”.

22/04/2025

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The reaction of the Pope's 'neighbours' to the news of his death

Amid tears and shock, word about Pope Francis' death spread quickly in the Borgo Pio neighbourhood on Monday morning. Here is how they reacted.

21/04/2025

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What is double pneumonia and how did it impact Pope Francis' health?

Pope Francis, who had part of his lung removed as a young man, recently spent several weeks hospital due to a respiratory infection.

21/04/2025

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New papal burial rites established at Pope Francis' request

Unlike his predecessors, Pope Francis has chosen not to be buried in the Vatican Grottoes but in the Roman Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, where he frequently prayed.

21/04/2025

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Who are the possible contenders to replace Pope Francis?

Francis did many things differently from his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI. Who could replace him after this year's conclave?

21/04/2025

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One last blessing: Watch Pope Francis’ final Vatican appearance

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, has died aged 88, known for his humility, advocacy for the poor, and efforts to modernise the Catholic Church.

21/04/2025

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Pope Francis remembered as 'unflinching' champion of climate action

Pope Francis's legacy includes efforts to open the eyes of the world’s 1.3 billion Catholics to the dangers of climate change.

21/04/2025

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What happens next in the Vatican?

'Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta,' the Vatican said in a statement posted on X.

21/04/2025

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Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, 1936-2025

"Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta," the Vatican said in a statement posted on X.

21/04/2025

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Pope Francis dies at 88, the Vatican says

The pontiff had recently had a lengthy stay in a Rome hospital suffering from double pneumonia.

21/04/2025

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Pope holds brief meeting with JD Vance on Easter Sunday

The Vice President of the United States, who converted to Catholicism a few years ago, met the Pope at the Vatican. The pontiff had repeatedly criticised the US' tough anti-immigration policies.

20/04/2025

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The faithful start off Easter celebrations around the world

Thousands of people gathered in the Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica to witness the Easter week mass on Holy Thursday.

17/04/2025

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Pope Francis makes surprise visit to St Peter's Square for Palm Sunday

Pope Francis made another surprise visit to St Peter's Square at the end of the Palm Sunday Mass, one day after making an unannounced visit to the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome.

13/04/2025

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Pope makes surprise appearance during Mass in St. Peter's Square

The pontiff made a surprise appearance at a special Jubilee Mass for the sick and health care workers, his first at the Vatican since being released from hospital two weeks ago.

06/04/2025

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Pope Francis set to be released on Sunday after five weeks in hospital

Dr. Sergio Alfieri, medical director at Gemelli, stated on Saturday that Pope Francis will need at least two months of rest and rehabilitation as he continues his recovery at the Vatican.

22/03/2025

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You can now tour the Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica in Minecraft

The Vatican has entered the digital realm, having launched a new Minecraft-based game that lets kids explore St. Peter’s Basilica.

19/03/2025

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Children pray for Pope Francis' recovery as he remains in hospital

Pope Francis continues to recover from double pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli hospital. The 88-year-old pontiff shows gradual improvement but still requires hospitalisation.

16/03/2025

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Pope has a restful night after prognosis upgraded, medics say

On Tuesday, doctors announced Pope Francis was no longer in immediate danger as the 88-year-old pontiff recovers in hospital from double pneumonia.

11/03/2025

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Pope continues to recover from pneumonia after three weeks in hospital

Pope Francis continued his recovery from double pneumonia on Saturday as the Vatican machinery and Holy Year celebrations marched on without him.

08/03/2025

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Pope Francis 'rested well' overnight, Vatican says

The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalised with pneumonia and breathing difficulties since 14 February.

05/03/2025

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Pope Francis off mechanical ventilation, signalling improvement

The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalised since 14th February with pneumonia in both lungs and breathing difficulties.

03/03/2025

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Pope Francis remains in critical but stable condition

In a short update on Wednesday morning, the Vatican said Pope Francis "had a peaceful night and is resting."

26/02/2025

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Pope Francis 'rested well' as thousands pray outside the Vatican

The 88-year-old pontiff remains in critical condition after spending eleven days in hospital with pneumonia in both lungs.

25/02/2025

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Pope Francis resting after early stage kidney insufficiency detected

Doctors say Pope Francis is still in critical condition on the 10th day of his hospitalisation for a complex lung infection.

24/02/2025

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Pope Francis conscious and receiving oxygen, the Vatican says

The leader of the Catholic Church, who has chronic lung disease and is prone to respiratory illness in winter, was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on 14 February after a weeklong bout of bronchitis worsened.

23/02/2025