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Pope Francis' final act of mercy: €200,000 donation to juvenile prison

The official responsible for charity and prison pastoral care in Rome has described how the pontiff gave a massive sum from his personal account.

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Meet the designer who dressed Pope Francis throughout his papacy

Filippo Sorcinelli, who has been working with the Supreme Pontiff's Office for Liturgical Celebrations for twenty years, has dressed Pope Francis since the beginning of his pontificate, always striving to respect his desire for simplicity and spiritual beauty.

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'I miss the pope': Faithful and tourists in Rome mourn Pope Francis

Pope Francis' death has changed the plans of many people visiting the Italian capital, with thousands flocking to St Peter's Square in the Vatican to pay their respects.

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Pope Francis lies in state as Vatican begins 3 days of public mourning

The bells of St Peter’s tolled on Wednesday as Pope Francis’ body was transferred to St Peter’s Basilica, beginning three days of public mourning.

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In pictures: Pope Francis and his love for 'the beautiful game'

Pope Francis had a lifelong passion for football, from supporting San Lorenzo and organising peace-promoting matches to inviting legends like Messi and Maradona to the Vatican.

Cinema

‘Conclave’ viewership soars after Pope’s death - How accurate is it?

Edward Berger's Oscar-winning film 'Conclave' has re-entered the cultural conversation following Pope Francis' death. The 2024 film feels prescient considering the upcoming conclave – something mirrored in viewership numbers. But how accurate is the film? Here’s everything you need to know.

Europe News

Pope Francis' steadfast support for migrants defines his legacy

Pope Francis, who himself came from a family of immigrants, has consistently urged for humane treatment of migrants.

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How Pope Francis' body is being preserved for his last farewell

The pointiff's body has undergone a tightly regulated preservative procedure to allow for a final public display.

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Mourners gather as Pope Francis lies in state at St Peter's Basilica

Follow our live feed as the faithful pay their respects to the late pontiff of the Catholic Church at the heart of Vatican City.

Italy

Death of Pope Francis: The pontiff and Macron, a complex relationship

Although he had visited France three times, Pope Francis had never granted an official state visit to Paris.

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Pope Francis' funeral set at Rome's Basilica of St Mary Major

Last November, Pope Francis reformed the rites to be used for his funeral, simplifying them to emphasise his role as a mere bishop and allowing for burial outside the Vatican.

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How Pope Francis championed contemporary arts and culture

From Biennale visits to calls for restitution, the late Pope Francis left an indelible mark on contemporary art and cultural ethics.

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Mourners await the Pope's funeral and future of the Catholic Church

Cardinals gathered at the Vatican have announced Saturday at 10am as the day and time for Pope Francis' funeral.

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Apostolic Palace sealed after Pope Francis' death

Following the death of Pope Francis, Vatican officials sealed his residences at Casa Santa Marta and the Apostolic Palace, following procedures observed after the death of a pontiff.

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First images of Pope Francis released following his death

The Vatican has shared the first images of late Pope Francis, showing him lying in a wooden coffin, dressed in red liturgical garments and wearing his bishop’s mitre.

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Martin Scorsese on the death of Pope Francis: 'He radiated goodness'

Director Martin Scorsese met Pope Francis several times, including for the premiere of his 2016 film 'Silence' and before announcing his forthcoming film about Jesus. “The loss for me runs deep - I was lucky enough to know him, and I will miss his presence and his warmth,” he said.

Vatican

Who is Kevin Farrell, the cardinal running the Vatican between popes?

The 77-year-old Irish-born priest is currently serving as camerlengo, a position which makes him acting head of the Holy See.

Europe News

Vatican says Pope Francis' funeral will take place on Saturday

Pope Francis' final will states that he will be buried at St. Mary Major basilica, outside the Vatican and home to his favourite icon of the Virgin Mary.

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Pope Francis: Tributes, mass and vigils held across Europe

In Italy, bells tolled in church towers and flags were lowered to half-staff on government buildings in Rome.

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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.