Vatican authorities kept St. Peter's Basilica open all night as an estimated 50,000 people lined around St. Peter's Square ...

The death of Pope Francis will end a very old tradition the Roman church had followed for centuries: burying the pope in three coffins, just like those Russian nesting dolls, one doll ...

So many mourners lined up to see Pope Francis lying in state in a simple wooden coffin inside St. Peter’s Basilica that the Vatican kept the doors open all night due to higher-than-expected turnout, ...

Pallbearers, next to Swiss Guards, carry the coffin of the late Pope Francis (C) as it is transported from the chapel of ...

Maps, graphics explain relatively humble funeral for Pope Francis: public viewing, casket and non-traditional burial site ...

The body of Pope Francis is lying in state in St. Peter’s Basilica, where it will remain for three days until his funeral ...

Heads of state are expected for Francis’ funeral, but the three days of public viewing in the basilica allow ordinary ...

The details surrounding the late Pope Francis' funeral have been revealed, following his death at the age of 88.

A look at the centuries-old tradition of burying popes in three coffins — and why Pope Francis decided to simplify his own ...

Before mourners in their thousands gather in St. Peter’s Square to grieve, before leaders from around the world arrive to pay ...

Before he died, Pope Francis mapped out his wishes for a 'simple' tomb 'in the ground' - but instead of his name 'Francis', ...

Following Pope Francis's death, a series of rituals will be conducted, including sealing his coffin and a public Mass.