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Pope Francis' funeral: All you need to know as thousands gather to mourn
Between 200,000 and 500,000 mourners are expected at Pope Francis' funeral today.

Editorial: Reflecting on the People's Pope and his legacy
OPINION: Francis was known as the People’s Pope for his social justice advocacy.

Pope Francis’ funeral: who’s attending?
At least 130 foreign delegations had confirmed their attendance.

Pope Francis begins lying in state at St Peter's Basilica
The Pope will lie in state at St Peter's Basilica until his funeral on Saturday.

One of NZ's top Catholics to help elect new Pope, shares memories of Pope Francis
New Zealand's Cardinal will take part in the secret election of a new Pope.

'One isn't born a saint': School nuns remember Pope Francis as a boy
There are homages to the boy who became the Pope everywhere in Flores, in Buenos Aires.

'Who am I to judge': Pope Francis' impactful legacy of inclusivity
He was the first Latin American pope and served for 12 years.

Vatican releases first photos of Pope Francis in open coffin, reveals date of funeral
It comes as cardinals meet to set the date for the Catholic leader's funeral.

'All are welcome': Special requiem mass to honour Pope Francis' life and legacy
'He was a Pope who truly lived the Gospel .. and we will remember him with deep affection'

'Time of great sorrow': Bay leaders mourn Pope Francis' passing
Todd Muller praised Pope Francis as a humble, reflective leader.

'A remarkable human being': High-profile tributes pour in for Pope Francis
Lionel Messi, King Charles, the two Chrises and more share poignant messages for the Pope.

Opinion: Pope Francis has died, aged 88. These were his greatest reforms and controversies
OPINION: His papacy inspired joy and aspirations, and boiling anger and rejection.

Pope Francis’ calling came as a boy in Argentina, and it led him to the Vatican
New York Times: First pontiff from Latin America tried to create a more welcoming church.

'A different Pope': Messi leads sporting tributes for Pope Francis
Football matches have been postponed as the sporting world mourns Pope Francis.

Pope Francis defied doctors' orders to rest, spent final days working
The Pope died on Monday, aged 88.

Pope pushed himself, knowing he 'did not have long left': Vatican source
Pope Francis looked visibly drained when he drove around St Peter’s Square.

Reactions from around the world after Pope Francis's death
The world has gathered in mourning after the passing of Pope Francis.

15 potential successors to Pope Francis
The April 21 death of the Pope triggered a period of mourning in the Catholic Church.

Proceedings in motion after Pope's death and concern of decline in teacher numbers | News Update
Proceedings in motion after Pope's death, a monthly snapshot not representative of police recruitment and concern of decline in teacher numbers.

'Deep passion for sport': How Pope Francis inspired Olympic refugee team
IOC president Thomas Bach said the Pope inspired the team's creation for the 2016 Games.