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Pope Francis Beatifies One of His Predecessors

John Paul I died abruptly in his bedroom in 1978

(Newser) - Pope Francis on Sunday beatified one of his predecessors, John Paul I, a briefly serving pontiff who distinguished himself with his humility and cheerfulness, and whose abrupt death in his bedroom in 1978 shocked the world and fueled suspicions for years about his demise. The ceremony in St. Peter's...

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