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Mother Teresa Passes Away at 87 After Lifelong Service

3/7/2026

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Mother Teresa, the Roman Catholic nun and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, died at age 87 in Calcutta, India.
She dedicated over 68 years to serving the poorest communities.
Her health declined in the previous year, leading to hospitalization for various ailments.
Following her deteriorating condition, the Missionaries of Charity appointed Sister Nirmala as her successor.

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Mother Teresa, the Roman Catholic nun and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, died at age 87 in Calcutta, India.
She dedicated over 68 years to serving the poorest communities.
Her health declined in the previous year, leading to hospitalization for various ailments.
Following her deteriorating condition, the Missionaries of Charity appointed Sister Nirmala as her successor.