Cathedral bells ring 88 times as Irish pay respects to pope in Armagh

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2025-04-21

Belfast (PA Media/dpa) - As the bells at St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh rang out 88 times to signify each year of Pope Francis's life, inside young and old sat in silent reflection to mark the death of the pontiff. Outside the landmark twin-spired cathedral, flags of the Vatican City flew at half-mast as people arrived to pay their respects. Among those stopping by to say a prayer and light a candle were members of the local congregation but al......

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