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Conclave: The task before cardinals after Pope Francis's funeral

Cardinals face a fundamental decision when looking for a successor - either choose someone who will

In pictures: World bids farewell to Pope Francis

The Vatican estimated more than 250,000 people attended the ceremony, cramming the square and the ro

World leaders, mourners honour Pope Francis in grand farewell at St Peter’s

After the mourning, cardinals will gather for the conclave to elect a new pope to lead the world's 1

Russian general killed by car bomb near Moscow

The attack bore the hallmarks of previous assassinations of military figures and high-profile backer

IMF slashes global growth forecast over trade turmoil

The IMF warned of deepening global economic fragmentation, rising uncertainty, and long-term stagnat

Pope Francis to be buried on Saturday: Vatican

The late pontiff's body is currently laid out in a coffin in the chapel of the Santa Marta residence