On Sunday, Roman Catholic faithful gathered at the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome to pay their respects at the tomb of Pope Francis, which is crafted from white marble and simply inscribed with "Franciscus." The basilica, a place Pope Francis visited frequently, became a focal point for mourners reflecting on his life and legacy, with many visitors pausing to cross themselves in reverence. The tomb's understated design reflects the simplicity and humility of Pope Francis's papacy, and the basilica continues to serve as a pilgrimage site for those honoring his contributions to the Catholic Church and the world.
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A judge in Dedham, Massachusetts has ruled that former Roman Catholic Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, 93, is not competent to stand trial for charges of sexually assaulting a teenage boy decades ago due to dementia. McCarrick was defrocked by Pope Francis in 2019 after an internal Vatican investigation determined he had sexually molested adults and children, creating a credibility crisis for the church. The judge's ruling means that McCarrick will not face criminal charges, but the Vatican's decision to defrock him still stands.