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The 8 contenders to be next pope - with 1 considered the favourite to succeed Pope Francis

As the world said goodbye to His Holiness Pope Francis at his funeral in Rome today (Saturday), machinations are already underway in the background to decide who will become his successor. Several...

How long until next pope appointed – and other crucial questions answered

Pope Francis was laid to rest on Saturday after his death on Easter Monday at the age of 88. Yet despite the impact of his death across the globe, the Vatican must now prepare for the election of the...

'Did you see that?' Melania Trump 'exasperated' over awkward Macron 'snub' moment

A bizarre moment between Donald Trump, Melania Trump and the Macrons at Pope Francis's funeral has been caught on camera. French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron joined world...

Dubai becomes a haven for Scottish gangsters and international crime lords

Scottish mobsters have reportedly been rubbing shoulders with notorious cartel leaders and international assassins in the sun-soaked metropolis of Dubai, as they enjoy a life of luxury away from the...

Pope Francis' funeral: A visual guide

Pope Francis' funeral: A visual guide17 hours agoLaura Gozzi and the Visual Journalism teamBBC NewsBBCThe funeral of Pope Francis will be simpler than those of previous popes, following instructions...

Pope Francis's funeral: A visual guide

Pope Francis's funeral: A visual guide16 hours agoLaura Gozzi and the Visual Journalism teamBBC NewsBBCThe funeral of Pope Francis will be simpler than those of previous popes, following instructions...

Pope wanted to work until the end, archbishop tells BBC

Pope wanted to work until the end, archbishop tells BBC1 hour agoAleem MaqboolReligion editorReporting fromRomePope Francis refused to heed advice to slow down in his final few years, preferring to...

Pope Francis's funeral Mass details published in full

Pope Francis's funeral Mass details published in full5 hours agoReutersThe Vatican has released the order of service ahead of the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday in St Peter's Square.The booklet,...

Pope Francis's funeral: A visual guide

Pope Francis's funeral: A visual guide57 minutes agoLaura Gozzi and the Visual Journalism teamBBC NewsBBCThe funeral of Pope Francis will be simpler than those of previous popes, following...

Pope Francis funeral order of service published in full ahead of Saturday memorial

Pope Francis's funeral will take place on Saturday (Image: Getty)The order of the service for Pope Francis's funeral has been released, hours before world leaders and pilgrims are set to honour the...

Pope Francis funeral updates: Heartwrenching moment nun breaks Vatican protocol for friend

Mourners watched on as an emotional moment between two old friends played out as the world mourns Pope Francis. Sister Genevieve Jeanningros, 81, had known the Pontiff for more than 40 years and she...

Pope Francis's funeral Mass details published in full

Pope Francis's funeral Mass details published in full51 minutes agoReutersThe Vatican has released the order of service ahead of the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday in St Peter's Square.The...

Outrage as hotel firm housing asylum seekers rakes in £700m of your money

A hotel firm has raked in £700 million of taxpayer money a year by housing asylum seekers. Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd houses 38,000 people across 210 sites, at a cost of £5.5 million a day.Some of...

Who will be the next pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable process

Who will be the next pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable process 7 hours agoAleem Maqbool, Rebecca Seales & Paul KirbyBBC NewsGetty ImagesWho will be the next pope? The decision could have a...

Will the next pope be from Africa?

Will the next pope be from Africa?11 hours agoLebo DisekoGlobal religion reporter, BBC NewsAFPIf the sole predictor of who would become the next pope was where the Catholic Church is growing fastest,...