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Rome says farewell to the 'people's Pope'
BBC News NI's William Crawley reflects on the mood in the city ahead of the late pontiff's funeral.
On the eve of a papal funeral, Rome prepares
VATICAN CITY — As pilgrims and world leaders alike prepare to say goodbye to Pope Francis at his funeral Saturday, Rome is ...
Pope’s burial place reflects his ‘humble, essential’ life, Rome’s poor will pay him a final tribute
The head of the basilica that is housing Pope Francis's tomb says it reflects his “humble, simple and essential" life.
Scots in Rome and at home prepare for Pope's funeral
First Minister John Swinney is among the Scots who have travelled to the Italian capital for the ceremony.
They came to Rome to mourn Pope Francis
Photographer Federica Valabrega talked to the faithful who came to pay their respects to Pope Francis.
Rome Odunze reacts to Bears' selection of Luther Burden III
The Chicago Bears made another splash with the selection of Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden III with the 39th overall ...
World leaders, including Zelensky, arrive in Rome for Pope Francis's funeral
It was thought the Ukrainian president may miss the funeral, which begins at 10:00 local time (09:00 BST) in front of St ...