The earthly remains of most of history’s 266 popes (plus some European royals) are buried in Rome—in dozens of crypts, ...

St. Peter’s Basilica, including the Vatican Grottoes, houses the remains of approximately 90 of Rome’s popes. The rest are scattered throughout other places ...

President Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine are among the world leaders who plan to attend the funeral. The ...

Around 250,000 mourners paid their respects to Pope Francis during the three-day public viewing at St. Peter’s Basilica ...

The coffin, originally in Francis’s residence in the chapel of the Santa Marta, had been moved to St Peter’s Basilica on ...

Pope Francis' funeral will blend traditional Catholic rituals with unique elements, reflecting his humility and legacy.

Although Pope Francis simplified the papal funeral rites in a move of typical modesty, Saturday’s ceremony will still be full ...

What to expect at Pope Francis’ funeral from Vatican rituals to iron-clad security and world leaders attending - Tens of ...

Pope Francis’ tomb is made of Ligurian (Italian) marble with the sole inscription “FRANCISCUS” and a reproduction of his ...

Around 40 people — homeless, prisoners, migrants and transgender people — will salute the pope holding a white rose, just ...