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The new Pope Leo XIV - the first American to become pontiff - has made an appearance to jubilant crowds in Rome.

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The central loggia balcony of the St Peter's Basilica where the name of the new pope will be announced

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The new Pope will be chosen in the Sistine Chapel, in the Vatican City.

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Donald Trump has been accused of insulting the Christians after sharing an AI-generated image of himself as the Pope

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WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange with his family in Rome, for the funeral of Pope Francis.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange seen in Rome for Pope's funeral

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Tens of thousands of mourners will be in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis

Huge crowds gather for funeral of Pope Francis as world leaders mourn

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The funeral for Pope Francis will be held on Saturday, April 26.

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The body of Pope Francis is transferred to the Basilica at St Peter’s Square on April 23, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican

What happens next as Pope Francis' mourning period continues

There is speculation on whether Keir Starmer’s wife Victoria will join him in attending Pope Francis’ funeral amid their ‘marriage woes’. (Photo: Getty Images)

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Pope Francis

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A picture of Pope Francis on display in Westminster Cathedral. PIC: James Manning/PA Wire

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It has been confirmed that Pope Francis's funeral will be held on Saturday. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

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British tourists planning a trip to Italy are being alerted to important Foreign Office guidance following the death of Pope Francis. (Photo: Getty Images)

Foreign Office issues new travel advice for popular European hotspot

Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88 on Monday 21 April. (Photo: Getty Images)

Date of Pope Francis' funeral confirmed - when will it take place?

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A book of condolence near to a picture of Pope Francis at St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh following the announcement by the Vatican of the death of Pope Francis aged 88

"As a lapsed Catholic Pope Francis renewed my faith"

All football matches in Italy have been postponed as a mark of respect following the passing of Pope Francis. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Football matches cancelled after death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis had died at the age of 88

"Returned to the home of the Father": Pope Francis has died aged 88

Pope Francis has died, a senior Vatican official has announced - and US Vice President JD Vance was his last visitor. (Photo: @VP/X)

US Vice President last worldwide leader to meet Pope before his death

Tributes are being paid to Pope Francis after the confirmation of his death by the Vatican. He was aged 88. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Pope Francis dies aged 88 - who will become the next Pope?

Tributes have poured in for Pope Francis after the news of his death aged 88. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Tributes pour in from political and world leaders after Pope dies

Prayer for Pope Francis: Devotion following the death of head of Catholic church

Prayer for Pope Francis following his death at 88

King Charles has been seen in public for the first time after spending time in hospital after experiencing side effects from cancer treatment. Photo: Getty Images

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Pope Francis has had to 'use oxygen mask for the first time' as he continues to battle double pneumonia, the Vatican has said.

Pope had to 'use oxygen mask' as he continues pneumonia treatment

Pope Francis.

The Pope suffers 'isolated' breathing attack

Pope Francis' health is showing signs of improvement as he battles pneumonia

Vatican issues health update on Pope Francis
Pope Francis' health is showing signs of improvement as he battles pneumonia, with his overall condition "improving slightly" and his heart functioning well, the Vatican announced on Thursday.
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Pope Francis has been diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs.

Pope Francis diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs

Pope Francis has been hospitalised after being diagnosed with bronchitis.

Is Pope Francis ill? Vatican issue major update amid hospitalisation

Pope Francis has skipped his Palm Sunday Mass homily, prompting further concerns about the pontiff's ailing health (Credit: Getty)

Health concerns grow for Pope Francis

The four 2024 predictions of French astrologer Nostradamus explained - including a new Pope and a new king. Composite image by NationalWorld/Kim Mogg.

The four 2024 predictions of French astrologer Nostradamus explained

Pope Francis is in a 'good and stable condition' after suffering from 'mild flu'.

Pope Francis in 'good condition' amid health scare

Pope Francis, the 86-year old Pontiff has cancelled his planned audiences because he is suffering from 'mild flu.' Photograph by Getty

Why has Pope Francis cancelled his scheduled audiences?

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The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Portugal (Photo: Adobe)

Portugal travel warning issued as UK Foreign Office updates advice

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Pope Francis at the Vatican in May 2022 (Photo: ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images)

Pope Francis has gone to hospital for surgery on his intestine

Pope Francis has been admitted for surgery (Pic:Getty)

Why has Pope Francis been admitted to hospital?

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Pope Francis to be released from hospital tomorrow.

Pope Francis to miss Good Friday procession in Rome today

Pope Francis presides over the Palm Sunday mass at St. Peter’s Square in The Vatican (Photo: FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/AFP via Getty Images)

Pope leads Palm Sunday at St Peters Square after hospital stay

Pope Francis has been admitted to hospital with a pulmonary infection after reporting difficulty breathing (Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Pope Francis admitted to hospital with pulmonary infection

Pope Benedict XVI’s coffin will be interred today (image: AFP/Getty Images)

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Pallbearers carry the coffin of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI at the end of his funeral mass at St. Peter’s square in the Vatican (Photo: FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/AFP via Getty Images)

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Pope Benedict XVI. (Photo by Franco Origlia/Getty Images)

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Pope Francis, in a wheelchair, salutes the pilgrims during the weekly general audience in Paul VI hall at the Vatican in December 2022 (Credit: FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/AFP via Getty Images)

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A general view shows worshipers attending the Pope's Easter Sunday mass outside St Peter's basilica on St. Peter's square on April 21, 2019 in the Vatican

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Concerns over Pope Francis’ (right) health has led to many wondering who could succeed him as Pope. (Credit: Getty Images)

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Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, walking with Pope Benedict XVI in the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Pope Benedict XVI waves to the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square during his final general audience in February 2013 in Vatican City (Photo: Franco Origlia/Getty Images)

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Former pope Benedict XVI poses for a picture in 2020 (Photo: SVEN HOPPE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

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Pope Francis has recently caused controversy over his comments about people having pets instead of children (Photo: FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/AFP via Getty Images)

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