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Taiwan on edge after Pope Francis's death, closely watching Vatican-China relations
The Holy See remains Taiwan’s only European ally, even as the Catholic Church deepens historic diplomatic and religious ...
Mourners Bid Solemn Farewell to Pope Francis
More than 250,000 people paid their respects to the pontiff at his funeral in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican said ...
A simple ceremony and a powerful homily: Pope Francis funeral held a moral mirror to modern politics
Even in death, Pope Francis’ moral voice rang out across the world. With 40,000 packed into Vatican City’s St. Peter’s Square ...
Biden relegated to back of world leaders section at pope's funeral: 'No longer part of cool kids club'
Critics of former President Joe Biden took to social media to highlight his behavior at Pope Francis' funeral and where he ...
Africa was vital to Francis’s papacy — and will shape the church’s future
One in 5 of the world’s Catholics now live in Africa, and African cardinals will be key in determining Francis’s successor at ...
Conclave politics begin with the question: Continue Pope Francis’ radical legacy or change course?
Cardinals this week will start in-depth discussions on planning the conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. No date has ...
Boston man remembers gifting Pope Francis a Celtics jersey and forming close bond
Mourners in Boston prayed for Pope Francis as his funeral was held in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. The somber day was ...
The Vatican asked Pope Francis funeral attendees to wear all black. Trump wore a blue suit
The Vatican had a strict all-black dress code for Pope Francis' funeral Sunday. President Donald Trump wore a blue suit ...