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Pope Francis Dies at 88: Who's Next in Line?

4/24/2025

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Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88, igniting discussions about who will take his place. Currently, Cardinal Pietro Parolin leads the betting odds at 37%. His funeral is scheduled for April 26, and the intense selection process will see cardinals under 80 engage in secret meetings and voting until a new pope is chosen.

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Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88, igniting discussions about who will take his place. Currently, Cardinal Pietro Parolin leads the betting odds at 37%. His funeral is scheduled for April 26, and the intense selection process will see cardinals under 80 engage in secret meetings and voting until a new pope is chosen.