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Vatican may extend hours to pay respects

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Vatican may extend hours as huge crowds line up to honor Pope Francis: Live updates

A conclave to choose a new pope normally takes place 15 to 20 days after the death of a pontiff, meaning this conclave should not start before May 6.

Body of Pope Francis displayed at the Vatican

The body of Pope Francis was displayed in the chapel of the Domus Santa Marta hotel in Vatican City after his death at the age of 88. Francis was shown in a wooden casket, in red vestments and his bishop’s miter.

Pope Francis live updates: Vatican may extend hours to pay respects due to turnout

The funeral for Pope Francis will be held on Saturday, the Vatican said on Tuesday. Argentinian President Javier Milei declared seven days of national mourning in Argentina and announced he will be traveling to Rome for Pope Francis' funeral.

Public Mourning for Pope Francis to Begin at St. Peter's

Pope lying in state draws tens of thousands to St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican says

So many mourners lined up to pay their respects to Pope Francis that the Vatican kept St. Peter's Basilica open all night to accommodate them.

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Pope Francis' body taken to St. Peter's Basilica for lying in state

The body of Pope Francis was carried in a solemn procession Wednesday from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City to St. Peter's Basilica.

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The Latest: Public Mourning for Pope Francis to Begin at St. Peter's

The body of Pope Francis will be moved Wednesday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica for three days of public mourning for an Argentine pontiff remembered for his humble style, concern for the poor and in

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Vatican Keeps St. Peter’s Open All Night as Thousands Flock to Pay Their Respects to Pope Francis

The Vatican opted to extend the visiting hours at St. Peter's Basilica on the evening of Wednesday, April 23, as thousands of ...

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As faithful mourn Pope Francis, Vatican police carry unique anti-drone gun

As faithful mourn Pope Francis, Vatican police carry unique anti-drone gun VATICAN CITY – Security is tight in Vatican City ...

A look at the ramped up security measures at Vatican City ahead of Pope Francis' funeral

The public mourning period presents a major security challenge: how to accommodate all the people who want to see the pope - ...

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Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis’ funeral

Hong Kong’s outspoken Roman Catholic Cardinal Joseph Zen has been allowed to leave the southern Chinese city to attend Pope ...

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Pope Francis funeral draws global leaders and faithful to Vatican City in Rome

News is in Vatican City, where tens of thousands of Catholics have gathered to bid farewell to Pope Francis, known as "The ...

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Incense, bells and Swiss Guards: The procession bringing Pope Francis to lie in state

Thousands flooded through the walls of Vatican City as a procession of cardinals and pallbearers brought the body of the late ...

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Catholic pilgrims pay respect to Pope Francis at Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City

Thousands queued in Vatican City to see the body of Pope Francis as he lies in state inside Saint Peter’s Basilica ...

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When is the Sistine Chapel closed? What to know about visiting Rome following Pope Francis’ death

Tourists who have booked to visit Rome in the coming weeks will experience the city during a rare historical moment. ...

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