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Pope Francis dies at 88
The Argentine charted a more progressive course as leader of the Catholic Church for more than a decade. His death came a day after a surprise Easter appearance.
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Pope Francis pauses during an interview with The Associated Press at The Vatican, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023.
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