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‘Conclave’ viewership soars after Pope’s death – How accurate is the Oscar-winning film?

Edward Berger's Oscar-winning film 'Conclave' has re-entered the cultural conversation following Pope Francis' death. The 2024 film feels prescient considering the upcoming conclave – something mirrored in viewership numbers. But how accurate is the film? Here’s everything you need to know.

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Pope Francis lies in state as thousands begin to pay their respects

Vatican breaks with tradition as public viewing begins at St Peter’s Basilica.

The Independent UK

How Francis used social media to craft his image as the ‘People’s Pope’

ANALYSIS: Papal selfies and a Rolling Stone cover saw Francis become a prominent pop culture figure, writes Aidan Moir

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JD Vance’s bluster over peace in Ukraine shows why Zelensky swerved an American ambush in London

ANALYSIS: Marco Rubio cancelled his visit to London for ceasefire talks after it emerged that Volodymyr Zelensky wasn’t coming – and then JD Vance got cross. Ukraine’s president certainly swerved an ambush, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Independent UK

Mediators work on proposal for long-term truce as Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 9

Officials say Arab mediators are working on a proposal to end the Israel-Hamas war that would include a five to seven year truce and the release of all remaining hostages

The Independent UK

How Pope Francis redefined the Church’s ties with Africa

Africa, with its huge Catholic population, featured prominently on Pope Francis’s agenda.

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Pope Francis’s coffin moved to St Peter’s Basilica ahead of lying in state

Mourners are gathering ahead of the funeral on Saturday.

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Voices: Mischievous, kind, extraordinarily empathetic: The Pope I knew supported me even at my lowest hour

COMMENT: Writing exclusively for The Independent, former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby recalls his meetings with Pope Francis – and reveals how he received a surprise call moments after he was forced to resign in November

The Independent UK

Watch live: Pope Francis’ coffin lies in St Peter’s Basilica for public viewing

Watch live as Pope Francis’ coffin lies in state in St. Peter's Basilica for public viewings from Wednesday, 23 April.

The Independent UK

Catholic faithful pay their respects to Pope Francis as lying in state begins – as it happened

Francis will lie in state for three days at St Peter’s Basilica before funeral is held on Saturday

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The Latest: Public mourning for Pope Francis to begin at St. Peter's

The body of Pope Francis will be moved Wednesday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica for three days of public mourning for an Argentine pontiff remembered for his humble style, concern for the poor and insistent prayers for peace

The Independent UK

Pope Francis had a troubled course on dealing with clergy sexual abuse

Pope Francis had a learning curve on clergy sexual abuse, with the turning point coming in 2018

The Independent UK

Asian shares jump on hopes tariff war may subside and Trump won't fire Federal Reserve chief

Asian shares are mostly higher, with markets showing relief after President Donald Trump indicated he won’t dismiss the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve

The Independent UK

A Stadium And A Jersey For Argentina's 'Captain' Francis

From a commemorative jersey to a stadium in his name, Argentine football plans a slew of tributes to its late "Captain" Pope Francis, eulogized as the ultimate team player.

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The Independent UK

Pope Francis’s body goes on public display as mourners gather ahead of funeral

The late pontiff will be buried on Saturday after dying at the age of 88.

Evening Standard

Pope Francis death latest: 20,000 mourners gather at St Peter's Basilica to pay respects to late pontiff

The Pope died on Easter Monday aged 88

Latin Times

Pope Francis Branded 'Anti-American' Who Pushed Ideas to 'Keep the Poor in Poverty' in Scathing WSJ Editorial

The Wall Street Journal's Board substantiated its claim by pointing to the pope's advocation for less consumption and more environmental protection.

The Independent UK

What happens after Pope Francis’ funeral – how the Conclave to select his successor will work

The late pope broke from tradition with a burial at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome

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The Conversation

How branding made Francis the ‘People’s Pope’

From papal selfies to the viral generative AI images featuring a stylish puffer jacket, Pope Francis became a prominent popular culture figure during his papacy.

The Independent UK

Who is attending Pope Francis’ funeral?

The funeral started at 9am UK time in St Peter’s Square after a three-day-period of lying in state where the public can pay tribute to the Pope

Evening Standard

Pope Francis death: What happens next?

The late pontiff’s body will lie in state for public viewing, followed by a funeral and mourning period.

Radio France Internationale

Leaders and believers around the world pay tribute to 'everyone’s pope'

As the Vatican announces that the funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday at 10am local time, world leaders, representatives of other religions and the Catholic faithful around the world have been reacting to the death of the pontiff on Monday, 21 April.

Evening Standard

Scotland’s leaders pay tribute to ‘dedicated’ lifetime service of Pope Francis

Party leaders spoke about the late Pope during a motion of condolence at the Scottish Parliament.

Euronews

Christian Palestinians mourn Pope Francis, an outspoken voice for peace in Gaza

In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis frequently called with the only Catholic church in Gaza to see how people huddled inside were coping with the devastating war.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Karen Read supporters arrive at court in advance of her second trial

The second murder trial of Karen Read will begin with both sides laying out conflicting theories of how her Boston police officer boyfriend ended up dead

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