Key dates in the life of Pope Francis — from Buenos Aires to Rome
Here are some important dates in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis in 2013 and died on Monday.
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Looking back at Pope Francis' impact on the Catholic Church
A longtime Vatican correspondent shares his insights on the legacy of Pope Francis, a populist leader who sought to bring the Church closer to the people.
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican says
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
Pope Francis on being against "dogmatic" mentality
Pope Francis sat down with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell last year for a rare interview, in which he discussed his attitude towards tradition, the legacy he hoped to leave behind and more.
Remembering Pope Francis, who broke with tradition
Pope Francis, spiritual leader of the world's nearly 1.5 billion Catholics, died of a stroke at the age of 88. Seth Doane has coverage from Rome, and Norah O'Donnell looks back at her 2024 interview with Pope Francis. Then, Timothy Dolan, the archbishop of New York, joins to share his thoughts on the pope's passing.
Doctor explains Pope Francis' cause of death
Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, died Monday morning at 88. The Vatican says he died of a cerebral stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart failure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
Mourners gather in Rome to honor Pope Francis
Catholics around the world have begun a nine-day mourning period for Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88 following a stroke and subsequent heart failure. CBS News papal contributor Frank Rocca has the latest from Vatican City. Then, Joe Ferullo, CEO and publisher of the National Catholic Reporter, joins to unpack the late pontiff's legacy.
Trump, FLOTUS to attend Pope Francis' funeral
President Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump will attend Pope Francis' funeral in Rome. The president paid his respects to the late pontiff during an Easter egg roll at the White House on Monday. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Pope Francis' impact on U.S. politics
A new piece in The Wall Street Journal examines the relationship between Catholicism and the "MAGA" wing of the Republican Party. Aaron Zitner, reporter and editor at The Wall Street Journal, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Archbishop of Chicago on Pope Francis' legacy
As the world mourns Pope Francis, the Catholic Church and eligible cardinals must decide who will succeed him. Cardinal Blase Cupich, who serves as the archbishop of Chicago and will participate in the selection process, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Sen. Tim Kaine on Pope Francis' life, legacy
Pope Francis is remembered as a spiritual and political leader, most notably with his more liberal stances on social issues like immigration and gay rights. Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia, who is Catholic, joins "America Decides" to remember the late pope.
Shock, sadness in Rome after pope's death
Pope Francis, who challenged deeply rooted norms as leader of the Catholic Church, died Monday at 88. CBS News papal contributor Francis X. Rocca has more from Rome.
Trump honors Pope Francis: "May God bless him and all who loved him"
President Trump released a statement after the Vatican announced Pope Francis' death on Monday.
Criticisms Pope Francis received as pontiff
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88 after a tenure as pontiff spent calling for a more inclusive church. CBS News papal contributor Candida Moss has a look back at Francis' life and some of the issues people had with him.
Vatican leads rosary in St. Peter's Square
The Vatican on Monday led a rosary for Pope Francis, who died earlier in the day at 88. Following coverage of the rosary, Dr. Jesus Fernandez-Villaverde, executive board president for the Catholic Research Economists Discussion Organization, joined CBS News with his thoughts on the pontiff.
Pope Francis' cause of death revealed
Pope Francis died from a cerebral stroke and subsequent heart failure, the Vatican said. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser and Melissa Mahtani have more on plans for Francis' burial and how the next pope will be selected.
Pope Francis' death a day after Vance meeting
Vice President JD Vance was one of the last people to meet with Pope Francis before his death, seeing the pontiff on Easter Sunday. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more on that and some of the other news coming out of the White House.
Early details on Pope Francis' funeral
The world is remembering Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88 years old. CBS News' Elizabeth Cook anchors special coverage of the pontiff's death.
Catholic leaders honor Pope Francis' legacy
Catholic leaders in the U.S. honored the legacy of Pope Francis after his death at age 88 on Monday. CBS News' Melissa Mahtani discusses what happens next at the Vatican and Rev. Daniel Groody, vice president and provost at the University of Notre Dame, has more on Pope Francis' legacy. Delia Gallagher, CBS News' papal and Vatican contributor and consultant, also joins with more reactions.
Trump orders flags to fly half-staff for pope
President Trump said he signed an executive order to have flags fly at half-staff in honor of Pope Francis, who died at age 88 on Monday. Mr. Trump delivered remarks at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.
Here's how Pope Francis made history
Pope Francis made history during his time as the leader of the Catholic Church. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell breaks down his unprecedented accomplishments.
Pope's final Ukraine, Gaza message
Pope Francis' final public address included his prayer for peace in Ukraine and Gaza where violence has claimed the lives of thousands. Dr. Liana Fix, a fellow for Europe at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News with more on his foreign affairs efforts.
Pope Francis insisted on being in public
Pope Francis insisted on being in public among Catholic Church followers celebrating Easter Sunday at the Vatican. James Grimaldi, the executive editor of The National Catholic Reporter, joins CBS News with more.
Church abuse survivors say new pope must "do what Francis refused"
The Survivors Network for those Abused by Priests marked the death of Pope Francis by calling his papacy a "preventable catastrophe" for people "abused during his tenure."
What to expect after Pope Francis' death
The Vatican is set to follow an intricate process to elect a new leader after Pope Francis' death. The selection of a new pontiff will reflect how the Catholic Church will steer into the future for its billions of followers. CBS News contributor Candida Moss and Catholic University of America professor Joseph Capizzi break down what's next in the process to select a new pope.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says Trump policies are not America First
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the list.
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Senate focus turns to health care ahead of long-anticipated vote this week
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Russia jails soldiers who tortured and killed pro-Moscow American
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Wisconsin Cinnabon worker fired after shouting racist slurs at customers
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
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Senate focus turns to health care ahead of long-anticipated vote this week
The Senate is set to vote on a Democratic health care proposal this week, a key tenet of the deal to end the government shutdown.
Listen Live: Supreme Court hears major case over presidential firing power
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
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Trump's new H1-B visa fees could leave rural health care as collateral damage
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210,000 power banks sold on Amazon recalled over fire and burn risks
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
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Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
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Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
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California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
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Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
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Powerful earthquake hits off Japan, triggering tsunami of up to 15 inches
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the government set up an emergency task force to urgently assess the extent of damage.
Russia jails soldiers who tortured and killed pro-Moscow American
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U.K. woman stitches strength into neurodiversity-themed fashion startup
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Hitmen ambush and kill journalist who covered corruption
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Leak at Louvre Museum damaged hundreds of works after jewel heist
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Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the full list.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes were announced on Monday morning. Here are the nominees.
Golden Globe nominees announced
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Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a first for a president
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Author Jan Karon on returning to Mitford: "I know that we don't have forever anymore"
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Waymo fallout amid school bus safety issues
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2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. What might that mean for the media industry?
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
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CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
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Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
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Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
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Russia jails soldiers who tortured and killed pro-Moscow American
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Hitmen ambush and kill journalist who covered corruption
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Car bomb kills 5 people, including 3 officers, outside police station in Mexico
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Stabbing on North Carolina train draws Trump's attention; suspect arrested
A suspect accused of stabbing a man on a Charlotte Area Transit System commuter train on Friday is undocumented and was previously deported, according to authorities.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
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Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
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Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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