Thousands pay final respects to Pope Francis as Vatican considers extending public viewing
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The Independent highlights its commitment to delivering vital news on pressing issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and political reporting without paywalls. By relying on donations, it aims to fund on-ground journalism that serves the entire political spectrum. In a poignant moment, mourners gathered at St. Peter's Basilica to pay respects to Pope Francis, reflecting his legacy of inclusion. The overwhelming turnout illustrates the public's connection to the pontiff, with attendance prompting the Vatican to consider extending viewing hours for visitors.
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Mourners from across the globe made a slow, shuffling procession up the main aisle of St. Peter's Basilica to pay their last respects to Pope Francis.
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