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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Inside the Vatican and the real-life drama behind "Conclave"
Since the death of Pope Francis on April 21, interest has surged in the Oscar-winning film "Conclave" and its source novel, which dramatizes the intrigue behind the election of a new pope. "Sunday Morning" talks with author Robert Harris and actor Ralph Fiennes.
Vatican prepares for conclave
Final preparations are underway to start the conclave, which will elect Pope Francis' successor. The Vatican released video of workers installing a stove where ballots will be burned during the process.
Robert Harris on why he wrote "Conclave"
More than 130 Catholic cardinals will soon sequester inside the Sistine Chapel to begin the conclave to select the next pope. Robert Harris, author of the 2016 novel "Conclave," joins to discuss.
Extended interview: "Conclave" author on choosing pope
Robert Harris, author of the 2016 novel "Conclave," spoke with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson about what he learned while writing a book with a plot centered on the death of a pope and the secretive process of choosing his successor.
Italian cardinal pulls out of conclave to elect new pope. Here's why
Italian Cardinal Angelo Becciu, who was convicted of embezzlement and fraud in 2023, said on Tuesday he will not take part in the secret conclave to elect the new pope.
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.
New pope to be elected after Francis honored
The Vatican's Sistine Chapel is closed to tourists as cardinals prepare to elect Pope Francis' successor there. The pope's funeral on Saturday was attended by dozens of world leaders and hundreds of thousands of mourners. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Meet the American journalist who took part in Pope Francis' funeral
American journalist Kielce Gussie played a role during Pope Francis' funeral, where she did the first reading.
Massive crowds gather at Pope Francis' funeral
Tens of thousands of mourners are gathering in Rome to bid farewell to Pope Francis at his funeral in St. Peter's Square. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay is in St. Peter's Square, speaking to some of those attendees.
What to know about Pope Francis' funeral
The Vatican says about 250,000 mourners paid tribute to Pope Francis over the past three days of public viewing at St. Peter's Basilica. The faithful flock will be joined by world leaders as the pope is set to be laid to rest Saturday. Chris Livesay has more.
Trump, first lady in Rome for pope's funeral
President Trump will begin his weekend in Rome to attend Pope Francis' funeral as thousands prepare to say their final goodbyes. CBS News New York reporter Tony Aiello has more. Plus, CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Eleanor Watson report on Mr. Trump's interview with Time Magazine and peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
Trump in Rome ahead of Pope Francis' funeral
President Trump landed in Rome on Friday for the Saturday funeral of Pope Francis. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Aaron Navarro report.
Trump suggests potential meetings in Rome
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump headed to Rome on Friday to attend Pope Francis' funeral. Mr. Trump could meet with other foreign leaders who are also attending the funeral. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has the latest.
Trump, Biden to attend Pope Francis' funeral
Thousands of people continued to pay their final respects to the late Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica ahead of his funeral on Saturday. CBS News has learned former President Joe Biden is expected to attend the funeral, along with President Trump, Prince William and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News papal contributor Delia Gallagher has the details.
Rome pastor on Pope Francis' legacy
Thousands continue to pay tribute to Pope Francis as he lies in state in St. Peter's Basilica. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson spoke to Father Matthew Berrios, who leads St. Patrick's Catholic American Parish, about the legacy Francis leaves behind.
Who becomes pope and who doesn't
As speculation swirls over the next papal election, insiders say ambition can be a liability. Unlike American politics, in the Vatican's secretive process, quiet humility often wins.
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