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Pope Francis has died, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the ...

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Global tributes are being paid after Pope Francis died of a stroke and heart failure on Easter Monday at Casa Santa Marta, a guesthouse at the Vatican. Follow for live updates ...

Pope Francis' passion for soccer was evident throughout his pontificate. But Francis, who died Monday at 88, also turned to the sport for anecdotes about camaraderie, fellowship and teamwork.