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Conclave to elect a new pope will start on May 7 as cardinals get to know one another • Apr. 28, 2025, 1:17 PM ET (AP)
The Vatican closes the Sistine Chapel to the public and prepares for a papal conclave • Apr. 28, 2025, 11:34 AM ET (AP)
Catholic faithful pay respects to Pope Francis as his tomb opens to the public in Rome basilica • Apr. 27, 2025, 1:55 PM ET (AP)
Conclave politics begin with the question: Continue Pope Francis' radical legacy or change course? • Apr. 27, 2025, 12:02 AM ET (AP)
Mighty and meek say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral and last popemobile ride • Apr. 26, 2025, 2:18 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As Francis I • Jorge Mario Bergoglio
Born December 17, 1936 • Buenos Aires • Argentina
Died April 21, 2025 (aged 88) • Vatican City
Title / Office pope (2013-2025)
Awards And Honors Presidential Medal of Freedom (2025)

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