People around the world mourn the death of Pope Francis
Pope Francis was known for simple words and a humble manner that won over the crowds.
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‘A man of the people’: World reacts to the death of Pope Francis
World leaders hail legacy of compassion and humility as they mourn the Argentinian pontiff.
Pope Francis has died: A step-by-step guide to what happens in next days
Unlike pontiffs before him, Pope Francis wishes to be buried in a single coffin in Santa Maria Maggiore.
Forced displacement in Sudan’s North Darfur overwhelming aid operations: UN
Access to el-Fasher and nearby camps ‘dangerously restricted’, with up to 450,000 people estimated to be on the move.
Pope Francis, pontiff who pushed church boundaries — but didn’t break them
The pope, who pushed for a less opaque Vatican and connected to common and marginalised people's concerns, died aged 88.
Who will be the next pope after Francis? The selection process, what’s next
Potential successors to Pope Francis are Ghana’s Peter Turkson, Luis Tagle of the Philippines and Hungary's Peter Erdo.
Pope Francis through the years: A life in pictures
Born in Argentina, Francis was the only Latin American pontiff and first non-European pope in more than 1,000 years.
China warns countries not to strike trade deals with US at its expense
China's Ministry of Commerce says appeasing the Trump administration 'cannot bring peace'.
Pope Francis dies, leading to search for new leader of Catholic Church
Dubbed ‘the people's pope’, first Latin American pontiff will be remembered for his defence of 'the most vulnerable'.
Russia resumes strikes on Ukraine as Easter ceasefire ends
Swift return to major hostilities and violations of truce appear to bode ill for efforts to secure long-term ceasefire.
El Salvador’s Bukele suggests prisoner swap for Venezuelans deported by US
El Salvador president says he is willing to repatriate deportees in exchange for release of 'political prisoners'.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,152
These are the key events on day 1,152 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Bitter truth: Why has chocolate become so expensive?
High temperatures, ageing trees and disease have lowered cocoa supplies and raised prices.
US’s Hegseth shared Yemen attack details in second Signal chat, reports say
Reports come after defence chief attracted scrutiny last month over discussions of military plans in another group chat.
Israeli army only finds ‘professional failures’ in Gaza aid worker killings
The Palestine Red Crescent Society denounced the Israeli report as 'full of lies'.
Houthis say US bombs Yemen again, targeting capital Sanaa
US President Donald Trump’s administration announced a major military offensive against the Houthis a few weeks ago.
At least two dead as severe weather sweeps US South and Midwest
Flooding hit parts of the US South and Midwest during the Easter holiday weekend.
Palestinians in Gaza, West Bank mark sorrowful Easter amid Israeli attacks
As the killings in Gaza continue, Israel prevents many Christians from reaching holy sites or homes in Jerusalem.
Syria’s first wheat shipment since al-Assad ouster points to recovery
Traders say Syria has largely been relying on overland imports from neighbours this year.
‘Easter truce’ in Russia’s Ukraine war marked by accusations of violations
The 30-hour cessation of hostilities would have been the most significant pause in the fighting throughout the war.