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Thousands gather outside St Peter’s Basilica for Pope Francis' funeral
Thousands, including US President Donald Trump, Britain's Prince William and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, have gathered in the Vatican for Pope Francis' funeral.
Pope Francis, the unlikely movie star: Six films show his cinematic appeal
New York Times: On screen, he was seen as a character both admired and controversial.
'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.
After the Pope’s death, Catholics mourn lost voice for the dispossessed
Pope Francis dies, ending a papacy defined by advocacy for the marginalised.
'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.
'Remarkable courage': Hawke's Bay priests honour Pope Francis
'He was a man that was really keen on dying with his boots on and that’s what he did.'
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.
15 potential successors to Pope Francis
The April 21 death of the Pope triggered a period of mourning in the Catholic Church.
What is the Two by Twos, the secretive sect linked to a National MP?
The FBI and NZ Police are collaborating on a global investigation into the sect.
Francis, the first Latin-American Pope, dies at 88
New York Times: How Francis' humble style transformed the papacy.
What happens after the Pope's death?
Conclaves, held in the Sistine Chapel, require cardinals to choose a new pope.
Never mind Trump's tariffs – let’s talk about the other Liberation Day
True leadership means laying down power, not lording over others, says Justin Duckworth.
'An astonishing figure': A year's baptisms to be conducted in one day
St Patrick’s Cathedral to baptise 350 people this Easter as churches see a revival.
'The Holy Spirit has protected us': Pastor wins reinstatement amid church war, years of litigation
The church was divided over the use of millions of dollars in donations.
‘The only way to heaven’: Inside the controversial, secretive Two by Twos sect
The Herald looks inside the controversial Two by Twos church.
Two by Twos: 'Several' new police investigations after 27 people make abuse claims
Police say 27 people in NZ reported allegations of sexual abuse within secretive church.
‘Well embedded’: National MP now admits being member of 'cult' under FBI sex abuse probe
Hamish Campbell last week claimed his connection to the group was through family.
Pope leaves faithful guessing over Easter appearances
Pope's Easter role uncertain as health concerns linger despite surprise appearances.
Shamed upskirt teacher linked to secretive religious sect under FBI probe
Convicted sex offender Douglas Martin is a former elder of the Two by Twos.
Former assistant principal linked to religious group under FBI probe
Douglas Martin, who was convicted of filming up girls' skirts in 2013, was an elder in a controversial religious movement under FBI investigation.