Latest Updates: Mourners Bid Solemn Farewell to Pope Francis

The pontiff was laid to rest after a funeral Mass in front of St. Peter’s Basilica. Dozens of world leaders attended, including President Trump, who met with President Volodymyr Zelensky …

Source: New York Times

Huge crowds flock to Vatican for Pope Francis’s funeral

The pontiff's passing away begins nine days of Vatican mourning before a conclave to choose his successor is held.

Source: Al Jazeera

Readers reflect on Pope Francis: He brought ‘many of us closer to God’

Catholics, atheists, Muslims and more, from around the world, tell of how the pope’s life and leadership inspired them.

Source: Washington Post

Q&A: Donald Trump’s first 100 days

Our experts answer readers’ questions

Source: Financial Times

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas appoints aide as PLO deputy

Hussein al-Sheikh is a veteran leader of Abbas's Fatah movement.

Source: Al Jazeera

Democrats decry Wisconsin judge’s arrest as Republicans call to remove her

Governor Tony Evers takes aim at White House’s ‘dangerous rhetoric’ as Republican Tony Wied demands Dugan resign

The FBI’s arrest of Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan has triggered strong reactions from …

Source: The Guardian

Senegal: An initiative to develop surfing among young people

Senegal is renowned for its vibrant surf scene, with powerful Atlantic swells along West Africa’s coast offering perfect conditions for the sport. Yet, limited access to equipment, training, and opportunities …

Source: France 24

Palestinian president names Hussein al-Sheikh vice-president of PLO and his likely successor

Mahmoud Abbas appoints veteran aide to newly created role, making him frontrunner to replace ageing leader

Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday named a veteran aide and confidant as his …

Source: The Guardian

A new Alien: Earth teaser includes the miracle of alien birth

It's been a busy week for Alien: Earth's marketing team, having released three new teasers over the last few days. The longest of them - titled "Gestation Complete" - spends …

Source: The Verge

Cardinals will soon gather to elect Francis’ successor at the Vatican

Cardinals met in Rome on Friday afternoon today as many travel from across the world for the pope's funeral on Saturday. Catholic cardinals have admitted some apprehension at the responsibility …

Source: France 24

The UK’s wine tax is a hangover for sellers

New duties make some heavier reds less profitable

Source: Financial Times

Faithful at Notre-Dame de Paris during the Pope's funeral

At Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, faithful and tourists have been gathering this Saturday morning, even though there will be no special mass or event during the Pope’s funeral. On Thursday, …

Source: France 24