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The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.

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Cardinals have made their first decisions following the death of Pope Francis, setting Saturday as the date for his funeral.

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In a process that can last days, weeks, or even years, popes are elected by cardinals under strict oaths of silence.

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The pope's death now sets off the process of allowing the faithful to pay their final respects. That will be followed by a funeral to be celebrated by the dean of the College of Cardinals and a ...