Pope Francis Dies at 88 Following Stroke and Cardiac Arrest
April 21, 2025 – Vatican CityPope Francis, the first Latin American to lead the Roman Catholic Church, passed away early Monday morning at the age of 88 after suffering a stroke and cardiac arrest, the Vatican announced. The pontiff, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, had recently been hospitalized for double pneumonia but surprised many with a cheerful appearance on…
