Sat Apr 26 13:28:35 UTC 2025: ## Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Stroke
**VATICAN CITY** – Pope Francis, the beloved head of the Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88 on April 21st. The Vatican announced that the Pope succumbed to a stroke following a recent battle with double pneumonia. He had recently returned home after a period of hospitalization. Further details regarding funeral arrangements are expected to be released shortly. The world mourns the loss of the influential religious leader.
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