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Who are Canada's cardinals? A look at the five dignitaries ahead of papal conclave

Who are Canada's cardinals? A look at the five dignitaries ahead of papal conclave

Cardinals from around the world have converged on Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis and upcoming meetings that will determine the next leader of the Catholic Church.
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What to know about the funeral and burial of Pope Francis

What to know about the funeral and burial of Pope Francis

NEW YORK (AP) — Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. His death set off mourning across the Catholic world and days of ritual at the Vatican.
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The Latest: Vatican says about 200,000 people have flocked to Pope Francis’ funeral mass

The Latest: Vatican says about 200,000 people have flocked to Pope Francis’ funeral mass

VATICAN CITY (AP) — World dignitaries and Catholic faithful attended Pope Francis’ funeral in St. Peter’s Square on Saturday.
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Here's how to watch Pope Francis's funeral in Canada, online or on broadcast TV

Here's how to watch Pope Francis's funeral in Canada, online or on broadcast TV

Mourners are expected to gather for Pope Francis's funeral at St. Peter’s Square on Saturday, following his death on Monday at the age of 88. The Vatican says the ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. local time, which is 4 a.m. ET.
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Thousands flock to central Mexico to celebrate Saint Mark's Day

Thousands flock to central Mexico to celebrate Saint Mark's Day

AGUASCALIENTES, México (AP) — There’s a corner in central Mexico where much revolves around a revered saint. The neighborhood’s name? Saint Mark's. The name of the local Catholic church? You guessed it, St. Mark's.
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Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute

Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis chose his place of burial in St. Mary Major Basilica , near an icon of the Madonna that he revered, because it reflects his “humble, simple and essential’’ life, the archbishop who administers the basilica said Friday.
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About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

VATICAN CITY (AP) — More than 250,000 people paid their last respects to Pope Francis over three days of public viewing by ordinary mourners, church and political leaders that ended Friday, when his coffin was sealed ahead of his state funeral in St.
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Donald Trump's trip to Pope Francis' funeral puts a sharper focus on their clashes over the years

Donald Trump's trip to Pope Francis' funeral puts a sharper focus on their clashes over the years

WASHINGTON (AP) — The day before he died, in his final public address, Pope Francis expressed an Easter Sunday message of unity and an appeal for the marginalized and migrants.
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Canada's envoy to Vatican: Pope Francis funeral will unite a rare range of humanity

Canada's envoy to Vatican: Pope Francis funeral will unite a rare range of humanity

OTTAWA — Canada's ambassador to the Holy See says the Vatican will be the capital of the world Saturday during the funeral of Pope Francis, who earned the respect of vastly different people.
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Pope Francis bestowed a special nickname on AP's Vatican reporter for her often-tough questions

Pope Francis bestowed a special nickname on AP's Vatican reporter for her often-tough questions

VATICAN CITY (AP) — He called me “la prima della classe,” or “the first in class.” It wasn’t necessarily a compliment.
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