ITALY DECLARES FIVE DAYS OF MOURNING FOR POPE FRANCIS
The Italian government has declared a five-day period of national mourning following the death of Pope Francis. The flags in front of public buildings are flying at half-mast. Strict security measures are in place in the Italian capital ahead of the funeral services and burial on Saturday. Top-level dignitaries from all over the world are expected to attend. Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 […]