Easter Monday, the Day Francis Died, Holds Special Significance

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An Easter Bunny, Colorful Eggs and a Second Signal Group Chat

At the annual White House Easter Egg Roll, President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could not avoid the news about another chat that involved sensitive details about forthcoming military strikes.

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Melania Trump Opts for Trench Coat at White House Easter Egg Roll

For the White House Easter Egg Roll, the first lady opted for, of all things, a trench coat.

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For Pope Francis, a Last Burst of Pastoring Before Death

The Catholic faithful took heart when the pontiff, after two brushes with death, emerged from a hospital and resumed some of his duties. Their joy proved short-lived.

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Mourners Gather Outside the Vatican After Pope Francis’ Death

A day after Pope Francis had blessed Catholics at Easter Mass, crowds gathered again in St. Peter’s Square in somber mood.

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On Busy Last Day, Pope Francis Met JD Vance and Gave an Easter Blessing

The pontiff had remained surprisingly active despite twice nearly dying in respiratory crises earlier this year.

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Pope Francis Celebrated Easter and Met With JD Vance the Day Before He Died

The pontiff met with Vice President JD Vance on Sunday and blessed Catholics gathered for Easter. His doctors had urged him to rest.

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Syria’s Easter Celebrations Pass Peacefully, in Early Test of New Government

At least in the capital, Damascus, the Christian holiday festivities were protected and joyfully observed. Religious minorities are still wary, however, about the new leaders’ commitment to inclusivity.

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Pope Francis Blesses Faithful at Easter Mass

The pontiff, appearing frail from a balcony at St. Peter’s Basilica, blessed a crowd gathered on the square outside. But a Vatican aide delivered a papal address that focused on global conflicts.

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Pope Francis Thanks Doctors and Nurses for His Recovery

Although the pontiff has begun meeting with more people, he remains frail and will not lead important Easter events, the Vatican announced.

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