Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Decades of Leading Global Catholic Church

Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome and supreme pontiff of the Catholic Church, has passed away at 88, marking a significant loss for the global church during his time in office. The Pope's legacy was marked by progressive influences and efforts to maintain unity with conservatives. His death comes as he was nearing the end of his term, which was originally set to expire on February 2, 2023. A new leader will now be chosen to succeed him in a significant chapter for the Catholic Church.