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Pope Francis was the people’s pontiff. His successor must be too

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: As cardinals prepare to choose a new pope, they must not replace a moderniser with a traditionalist – and Pope Francis’s successor must be bold enough to finish what he started

The Independent UK

Catholics mourn ‘merciful’ Pope after death aged 88 following stroke

A special mass was held at Westminster Cathedral on Easter Monday in Francis’s memory.

Evening Standard

Hamas Mourns Pope Francis After Religious Leader Called for 'Immediate Ceasefire' in Final Easter Message

Since Oct. 9, 2023, the late pope had conducted nightly calls with Father Gabriel Romanelli, priest at the sole Catholic parish in the Gaza Strip.

Latin Times

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Pope Francis’s plea for forgiveness in 2018 ‘a great mark of the man’

Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin said the 2018 visit was ‘overshadowed by the story of abuse’.

Evening Standard

Cathedral bells ring out 88 times as people pay respects to Pope in Armagh

The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland Archbishop Eamon Martin opened a book of condolences to the late pontiff.

Evening Standard

France pays homage to Pope Francis: 'a tireless artisan of peace'

President Emmanuel Macron of France, a country that is largely Roman Catholic, lead the country's numerous tributes to Pope Francis who was "always on the side of the most vulnerable and the most fragile". The late pontiff, who died Monday aged 88, will be honoured with special masses in Notre-Dame…

Radio France Internationale

Pope Francis’s social values ‘resonated with Scotland’ – Archbishop of Glasgow

Archbishop William Nolan said the pope ‘was very keen that the church should bring hope to people’.

Evening Standard

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Pope Francis' special, sometimes conflictual, relationship with Africa

Pope Francis visited 10 African countries during his five trips to the continent, promoting inter-religious dialogue and tolerance while denouncing corruption and economic colonialism. Following the pontiff's death on Monday, African leaders have praised his "legacy of compassion" and "commitment to inclusivity" though there was disagreement over his stance on…

Radio France Internationale

Who’s running the Catholic church until a new pope is chosen? Meet Kevin

Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell is currently the most powerful man at the Vatican.

Fortune

Conservatives Already Pushing for Cardinal Sarah, a Critic of Pope Francis, to Lead Catholic Church: 'Need a Pope That Is Anti-Woke'

Following Pope Francis' death, conservatives are championing Cardinal Robert Sarah, a critic of Pope Francis, as their top choice.

Latin Times

One day before Pope Francis' death, Vice President Vance received an audience on Easter Sunday

One of Pope Francis’ final encounters before his death was with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who visited the Vatican over the weekend

The Independent UK

The Papabili - 15 Potential Successors To Pope Francis

The April 21 death of Pope Francis triggered a period of mourning in the Catholic Church, but also kick-started the race for his successor.

International Business Times

Who are the possible contenders to replace Pope Francis?

Francis did many things differently from his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI. Who could replace him after this year's conclave?

Euronews

Francis, a pope of many firsts: 5 essential reads

Pope Francis, whose papacy blended tradition with pushes for inclusion and reform, died on April, 21, 2025 – Easter Monday – at the age of 88.

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Pope Francis showed in deeds and words he wanted to face the truth in Canada

Pope Francis has died. In reflecting on his legacy in regard to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in Canada, I am struck by three key moments.

The Conversation

‘I am sorry’ — A reflection on Pope Francis’s apology on residential schools

With the death of Pope Francis, his apology for residential schools in Canada and its impacts needs to be explored nearly three years after it was delivered.

The Independent UK

Pope Francis dies aged 88: His biggest controversies and changes to Church explained

Francis, who served as the Pope for over a decade, was a transformative figure in the Catholic Church, known as much for his progressive reforms as for the controversies they stirred within its ranks

Evening Standard

Pope Francis ‘was always on the side of the poor’, says Swinney

The First Minister expressed his sadness following Pope Francis’ death.

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Priest recalls watching Pope write apology to abuse victims in Ireland

Father Tim Bartlett helped organise Francis’s visit to the island in 2018.

Latin Times

The Legacy of Pope Francis, The First Pope From Latin America

Born in Buenos Aires to Argentine parents, Jorge Bergoglio made history as the first Latin pope.

The Conversation

How the next pope will be elected – what goes on at the conclave

With the death of Pope Francis, attention now turns to the selection of his successor. The next pope will be chosen in what is called a “conclave,” a Latin word meaning “a room that can be locked up,” or, more simply, “a closed room.”

Evening Standard

Starmer pays tribute to ‘pope for the poor’ who ‘never lost hope’

The Prime Minister said Pope Francis had shown ‘courageous’ leadership ‘in a complex and challenging time’.

Euronews

Science, compassion and Catholicism: How Pope Francis helped inspire global climate action

Pope Francis's legacy includes efforts to open the eyes of the world’s 1.3 billion Catholics to the dangers of climate change.

Evening Standard

Irish leaders pay tribute to Pope as ‘exceptional’ and ‘remarkable’ figure

Irish premier Micheal Martin said the Pope held a ‘special place in the hearts of Irish people’.

International Business Times

Clerical Sex Abuse: Pope Francis's Thorniest Challenge

When Pope Francis took over in 2013, the Catholic Church was embroiled in a global scandal over child sex abuse by priests, and the institution's attempts to cover it up.

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