Leaders of the German government on Monday mourned Pope Francis’ death, hailing him as an “advocate for the weak” and a “sign of hope.”
“With the death of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church and the world lose an advocate…
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Latest news bulletin | April 21st – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Pope Francis dies on Easter Monday at 88: Live updates and reactions
White smoke emerges from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on March 13, 2013, when Pope Francis was elected Pope Benedict XVI’s successor. (Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)
After the death of a pope, the Vatican will follow a series of rituals…
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US and Philippine forces launch joint annual combat drills amid tensions with China
The United States and the Philippines launched their annual joint military drills on Monday, involving around 14,000 troops in full-scale combat scenarios designed to strengthen defence cooperation and regional security.
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Pakistan begins second national polio vaccination drive to protect 45mln children
Health workers are often attacked by militants who falsely claim that vaccination efforts are part of a Western plot to sterilise Muslim children.
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New papal death ritual established at Pope Francis' request
Unlike his predecessors, Pope Francis has chosen not to be buried in the Vatican Grottoes but in the Roman Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, where he frequently prayed.
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Holy Fire ceremony lights up Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem
Flames lit up Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Saturday as hundreds gathered for the ancient Holy Fire ceremony ahead of Easter.
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Thai-Chinese company denies ignoring safety after quake caused block to collapse
A Thai-Chinese company has denied allegations its steel rods did not pass safety standard tests after nationwide criticism prompted an investigation into the collapse of a high-rise building under construction after an earthquake last month in Bangkok.
Authorities are probing Xin Ke…
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Easter celebrated across Ukraine despite ongoing war
Hundreds gathered at the Church of St. John the Theologian in Kharkiv for Easter services, a symbol of faith and resilience during Ukraine’s ongoing war.
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