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For a Times Reporter Who Covered Him, Francis Was Always a Surprise NYT &rt; World News An unlikely choice to be pope championed causes and challenged orthodoxy, keeping allies and critics alike on their toes.

Here’s more on the pope’s legacy and what comes next. NYT &rt; World News

Romans Mourn Francis, Their Bishop and Their ‘Man of Peace’ NYT &rt; World News The faithful converged on Francis’ other spiritual home, St. John Lateran, to pay their respects and process the passing of their diocesan leader.

Trump and Pope Francis Had Sharply Different Views, and Sharp Disagreements NYT &rt; World News The pope and the president remade the Catholic church and American politics in their outsider images, but their relationship was defined by their remarkable clashes.

People Gather to Mourn, and Honor, Pope Francis NYT &rt; World News As church bells tolled across the world, Catholics and non-Catholics alike mourned a pontiff who pushed for change.

How Meta’s News Ban Could Disrupt Canada’s Election NYT &rt; World News After Meta blocked news from its platforms in Canada, hyperpartisan and misleading content from popular right-wing Facebook pages such as Canada Proud have filled the gap. Our Canada bureau chief explains the effect on voters.

Israeli Security Chief Accuses Netanyahu of Making Improper Requests NYT &rt; World News In a scathing court affidavit, the head of the Shin Bet said that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pressed him to spy on anti-government protesters.

Canadians Confront News Void on Facebook and Instagram as Election Nears NYT &rt; World News After Meta blocked news from its platforms in Canada, hyperpartisan and misleading content from popular right-wing Facebook pages such as Canada Proud has filled the gap.

‘Conclave’ Offers a Glimpse Inside the Secretive Process of Choosing a Pope NYT &rt; World News Papal experts have lauded the Oscar-nominated film as one of the more accurate depictions of the closed-door Vatican gathering.

On Busy Last Day, Pope Francis Met JD Vance and Gave an Easter Blessing NYT &rt; World News The pontiff had remained surprisingly active despite twice nearly dying in respiratory crises earlier this year.

Who Will Be the Next Pope? Here Are Some Possible Contenders. NYT &rt; World News Experts say there isn’t a single front-runner, but several names have been floated as indications of which direction the Roman Catholic Church might take.

Who Is Kevin Farrell, the Vatican’s New De Facto Administrator? NYT &rt; World News Cardinal Farrell, who holds the position of cardinal chamberlain, or camerlengo in Italian, will run the Holy See’s affairs until a new pope is chosen.

How Will a New Pope Be Chosen After Francis’ Death? NYT &rt; World News Many of the rituals and procedures of selecting a new pope — designed to ensure secrecy and an orderly transition — have remained unchanged for centuries.

Israeli Minister Says Freeing Hostages Not ‘Most Important’ Aim of the War NYT &rt; World News The far-right finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, said the more crucial goal was ensuring that Hamas no longer ruled the Gaza Strip.

Pope Francis Celebrated Easter and Met With JD Vance the Day Before He Died NYT &rt; World News The pontiff met with Vice President JD Vance on Sunday and blessed Catholics gathered for Easter. His doctors had urged him to rest.

Latest Updates: Pope Francis Dies at 88 NYT &rt; World News His groundbreaking pontificate worked to make the Catholic Church more inclusive. Cardinals will now decide whether to continue his approach or restore more doctrinaire leadership.

What Are the Plans for Pope Francis’ Funeral? NYT &rt; World News The timing of Pope Francis’ funeral, which will span several days, has yet to be announced.

Meloni, Macron and Other World Leaders Praise Pope Francis’ Legacy NYT &rt; World News Global leaders offered condolences to the world’s Catholics and praised the pontiff’s commitment to the poor and marginalized.

A Timeline of the Life of Pope Francis NYT &rt; World News Francis was a deeply religious child in Buenos Aires. The first pontiff from Latin America tried to create a more welcoming church.

What the Battered Ancient Syrian City of Palmyra Looks Like Now NYT &rt; World News During a visit to Palmyra, reporters found traces of the many forces that had fought over the city and ancient monuments reduced to rubble.