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  Which countries have no mountains? Exploring the world's flattest nations

  World | November 09, 2025 12:01 IST

  Experts note that these low-lying countries face major environmental risks such as flooding and rising sea levels but benefit from easier transport, farming, and construction.

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  Five beautiful countries without airports and how you can reach there: In Pictures

  World | July 08, 2025 21:38 IST

  From mountain enclaves to coastal microstates, each of these countries offers a distinct experience for travellers who arrive by alternative means due to the absence of an airport. Let's take a look at 5 such countries and what they have to offer for all the travel bugs.

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  Pope Francis laid to rest in Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica following emotional funeral mass

  World | April 26, 2025 23:29 IST

  Pope Francis was laid to rest at the Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome following a funeral attended by global leaders, marking the end of an era of his leadership and legacy of compassion and reform.

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  Pope Francis Passes Away: Why The Pope Did Not Want To Be Buried At St Peter's Basilica?

  Originals | April 22, 2025 16:53 IST

  Pope Francis Passes Away: Pope Francis had earlier said that he wants to be buried not in St Peter's Basilica or its grottoes, where most popes are buried. Watch the video to know where Pope Francis will be buried and why he chose that place.

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  Pope Francis: Journey of faith, humility and leadership – A life in pictures

  World | April 21, 2025 18:54 IST

  Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pontiff, led the Catholic Church with a focus on humility, compassion, and social justice. His papacy marked a transformative era, emphasizing care for the poor, interfaith dialogue, and environmental stewardship.

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  Pope Francis passes away at 88: What happens next and how will a new one be chosen?

  Explainers | April 21, 2025 16:28 IST

  The death of Pope Francis will set in motion a series of sacred, time-honoured procedures in the Vatican, rooted in traditions that have been followed for decades. These procedures unfold in distinct stages, incorporating established methods and rituals.

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  Pope Francis dies at Vatican's Casa Santa Marta residence on Easter Monday after prolonged illness

  World | April 21, 2025 14:42 IST

  Pope Francis dies: The Pope breathed his last at the age of 88 after a prolonged illness. Known for his progressive views and deep compassion, the Pope had been a transformative figure for the Church and the world.

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  Pope Francis Returns: Makes First Public Appearance After Battling Pneumonia

  News | March 24, 2025 13:48 IST

  Pope Francis returned to the Vatican after surviving a five-week battle in hospital against double pneumonia. Shortly before leaving Rome’s Gemelli hospital, he made his first public appearance from a balcony at the facility.

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  Pope Francis' first photo released by Vatican since hospitalisation, seen attending Mass in Chapel

  World | March 17, 2025 6:42 IST

  In the image, the 88-year-old Pope is seen wearing a stole, a vestment worn while concelebrating Mass. Pope Francis has been battling pneumonia at the hospital in Rome.

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  Pope Francis Thanks People For Their Prayers In Audio Message, Vaticans Get Emotional

  News | March 07, 2025 11:32 IST

  Pope Francis, who is recovering from illness as he was hospitalised three weeks ago, on Thursday thanked people for their prayers in an audio message. It came as the first public communication from the Pope, who continues to recover from double pneumonia.

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  Pope Francis suffers fresh respiratory issues, put back on noninvasive ventilation: Vatican

  World | March 04, 2025 6:49 IST

  Pope Francis was first admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital two weeks ago, after being plagued by a string of lung-related medical struggles, including bronchitis and then pneumonia.

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  Pope Francis remains critical with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure: Vatican

  World | February 24, 2025 7:17 IST

  Pope Francis, who continues to receive oxygen, took part in the Holy Mass from the apartment set up on the 10th floor of Gemelli Hospital on Sunday morning, according to the statement. Those taking care of him during his hospitalisation also took part.

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  Pope Francis in Critical Condition Amid Prolonged Respiratory Crisis, Catholics Pray for His Health

  Originals | February 23, 2025 14:51 IST

  Pope Francis has been hospitalised for over a week after he suffered pneumonia. His condition is critical as, according to the Vatican, doctors have said that the main threat facing Francis would be the onset of sepsis. Local Catholics prayed for his health at Vatican City.

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  Pope Francis stumbles while walking, avoids falling; audience applauds 'Viva il Papa'

  World | February 01, 2025 16:40 IST

  While entering the Vatican auditorium on Saturday, Pope Francis stumbled as the handle of his walking stick snapped. However, he recovered and avoided falling with the audience applauding “Viva il Papa”

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  Pope Francis names first woman to head major Vatican office | Know who is Sister Simona Brambilla

  World | January 06, 2025 18:30 IST

  Brambilla's appointment is the latest move by Francis to show by example how women can take leadership roles within the Catholic hierarchy, albeit without allowing them to be ordained as priests.

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  Pope Francis again repeats gay slur in closed-door meeting days after issuing apology

  World | June 12, 2024 13:55 IST

  On Tuesday, during his meeting with Roman priests, Francis reiterated his stance, expressing that "there seems to be a prevalent atmosphere in the Vatican," suggesting it would be preferable for young men with homosexual inclinations to refrain from entering the seminary.

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  Pope Francis allegedly used derogatory Italian term towards LGBT community: Reports

  World | May 28, 2024 12:10 IST

  The 87-year-old Pope Francis used the term 'frociaggine', a vulgar Italian term roughly translated as "faggotness" while reiterating that gay people should not be allowed to become priests. Francis has been a leading voice in the Roman Catholic Church for a welcoming approach to the LGBT community.

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  Pope defends same-sex blessings in first public comments on controversy

  World | January 15, 2024 19:22 IST

  Since the original declaration, the Vatican has been at pains to stress that the blessings did not amount to approval of gay sex and should not be seen as anything remotely equivalent to the sacrament of marriage for heterosexual couples.

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  WATCH Pope Francis's special message on Christmas: 'The quest for worldly power and might...'

  World | December 25, 2023 12:26 IST

  Recalling that Jesus was born during a census meant to reinforce King David’s power, Francis warned against “the quest for worldly power and might, fame and glory, which measures everything in terms of success, results, numbers and figures, a world obsessed with achievement.”

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  Pope Francis to undergo intestinal surgery; to stay in hospital for several days

  World | June 07, 2023 17:35 IST

  The pope is undergoing what the Vatican said was a “laparotomy and abdominal wall plastic surgery with prosthesis” to treat a “recurrent, painful and worsening” constriction of the intestine. A laparotomy is open abdominal surgery. It can help a surgeon both diagnose and treat issues. The statement