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Funeral Pope Francis

Funeral to be celebrated on Saturday

The funeral Mass of Pope Francis will be celebrated on Saturday, April 26, in St Peter’s Square, the Vatican has announced. Source: CNS.

Last moments Pope Francis

Pope made gesture of farewell before falling into coma

Among the final words of the late Pope Francis was a “thank you” to his personal healthcare assistant for encouraging him to take one last ride in the popemobile on Sunday. Source: Vatican News.

Politics Pope Francis

Leaders pause campaigns as mark of respect

Australia’s political leaders paused politicking and trading barbs yesterday as a papal-sized shadow was cast over the election campaign. Source: Canberra Times.