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Will Pope Francis be embalmed? Here’s what will happen to his body after the funeral

In light of Pope Francis’ death on April 21, Catholic authorities are preparing the much-anticipated process to decide upon his successor. However, many people are wondering about a more burning ...
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First evidence of familial embalming in Europe dates back to 16th century: Study

Embalming, once thought to be exclusive to ancient Egypt or South America, has now been identified in Europe. Recent study of the crypts found at Château des Milandes in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, ...
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Second person charged in corpse abuse case; Police ask potential witnesses to come forward

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The CEO of the medical training facility MedtoMarket is accused of providing human remains for unauthorized experimentation using embalming fluid, according to the Austin Police ...
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DA drops corpse abuse charges against Austin funeral home owner, medical CEO

The Travis County District Attorney's Office has dropped charges against an Austin funeral home owner and a medical company CEO accused of using human remains in experiments.. Funeral home owner ...