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The College of Cardinals, a group of about 135 cardinals under the age of 80, will meet in conclave in the Sistine Chapel to ...

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Pictures capture poignant moments from the funeral, including the attendance of global dignitaries, solemn rituals, and the emotional responses of the faithful. The funeral Mass was held in St.