Vatican marks final day of mourning for Pope Francis before conclave begins
Hundreds of cardinals attended mass inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican Sunday, to mark the end of a nine-day mourning period for Pope Francis.
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Catholic Church prepares to pick new pope
Sunday marks the final day of mourning for Pope Francis as church leaders look ahead to this week's conclave and selection of a new pope. CBS News' Chris Livesay is in Rome.
Trump's AI photo as pope sparks worldwide outrage
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Vatican installs famous chimney
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What to expect from the conclave process
The conclave to elect the next pope will begin next Wednesday, the Vatican announced. About 135 cardinals under 80 can vote for Pope Francis' successor. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has the latest from Rome.
What happens next after Pope Francis' death?
The death of Pope Francis initiates a centuries-old process of rituals and traditions culminating with a conclave to choose his successor.
Trump met Ukraine's President Zelenskyy ahead of Pope Francis' funeral
President Trump also expressed doubt that Russia's Vladimir Putin wants to end his war in Ukraine.
Trump attends Pope Francis' funeral
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump traveled to the Vatican to attend Pope Francis' funeral, where he met with Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy. Chris Livesay reports from Rome.
Catholic faithful flock to Pope Francis' tomb as eyes turn to conclave
A single white rose was placed on the tomb that said "Franciscus" – the pope's name in Latin – inside the Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome.
The "People's Pope": The future of Pope Francis' legacy
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See photos of Pope Francis' funeral and procession
Pope Francis requested simplicity in his wooden coffin and final resting place, but his funeral Mass still reflected the grandeur and traditions of the Vatican.
Thousands bid farewell as Pope Francis laid to rest
An estimated 250,000 people, 50 world leaders and representatives from more than 160 nations attended the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. A plain wooden box, the simple coffin chosen by the pope himself, became the day's central symbol, a ceremony shaped to strip back the ornate rituals of papal burial. John Dickerson has more.
Catholic Church enters time of transition
When it came to championing the poor, the marginalized, and migrants, there was no advocate more visible than Pope Francis. Saturday's funeral and its turnout offer some clues as to who the next pope will be, and if those causes will remain a priority for the Catholic Church in world that is experiencing a major political shift. Chris Livesay has more.
Where Trump, other leaders sat at Pope Francis' funeral
With delegations from about 130 countries present at Pope Francis' funeral, the seating chart needed to be organized accordingly.
Watch Pope Francis' full funeral video as world mourns late Vatican leader
The funeral service for Pope Francis took place Saturday morning at the Vatican. Watch the full ceremony.
How Pope Francis' funeral broke with tradition
Even before Saturday's funeral service for Pope Francis at the Vatican, the late pontiff had already broken with some longstanding traditions.
How to watch Pope Francis' funeral service
Pope Francis is being laid to rest Saturday at an ancient church in Rome following a funeral Mass at the Vatican. Here's what to know and how to watch.
Pope Francis' hometown honors leader
As millions mourn worldwide, those in Pope Francis' hometown reflect on his roots in Flores, Argentina, his work among the poor, and his lasting legacy of inclusion and reform.
Choosing a new pope begins
Cardinals are already meeting ahead of the formal conclave, where they will confront major issues facing the Catholic Church as they select the next pope.
Pope Francis reflects on his legacy
In a rare and intimate 2024 interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Pope Francis shared how he hoped his time as leader of the Catholic Church would be remembered, emphasizing humility, forgiveness, and the Church's mission to serve all, especially sinners.
Pope Francis laid to rest
A funeral for Pope Francis took place in Vatican City on Saturday. Tens of thousands of mourners said good-bye to the Francis, who died Easter Monday at the age of 88.
Pope Francis left a last will and testament before his death
In the will, dated June 29, 2022, Pope Francis wrote that with the "feeling that the sunset of my earthly life is approaching," he wished to express his preferences for his burial.
Photos of Trump, Zelenskyy meeting
Photos were released of President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meeting before Pope Francis' funeral amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The last meeting between the two leaders included tense exchanges inside the Oval Office at the White House.
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Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, sworn in as senator
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