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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.

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.

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.

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

'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.

What happens after the Pope's death?
Conclaves, held in the Sistine Chapel, require cardinals to choose a new pope.

Key dates in the life of Pope Francis
A look back at the milestones, travels and legacy of Pope Francis.

Pope leaves faithful guessing over Easter appearances
Pope's Easter role uncertain as health concerns linger despite surprise appearances.

Pope Francis makes first public appearance after five weeks in hospital
The 88-year-old waved from Rome's Gemelli hospital balcony, looking tired.

‘No imminent danger’: Pope Francis’ condition stabilises
Pope Francis is 88 and has been hospitalised since February 14 with pneumonia.

‘Praying for him’: Global concern as Pope Francis battles pneumonia
Pope Francis celebrated Lent from his hospital suite.

Ailing Pope suffers breathing ‘crisis’, Vatican says
Pontiff responded well to non-invasive ventilation after the crisis.

Francis is in critical condition. What happens when a pope dies?
New York Times: The time-honoured rituals have been refined over centuries.

Critically ill Pope Francis had a good night, Vatican says
The 88-year-old pope was hospitalised in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs.