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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 ...
Yahoo

Liam Payne’s Body Transferred for Embalming, Date Reportedly Set for Return to London

Liam Payne’s body is being prepared for transfer back to his native United Kingdom from Argentina. A source confirmed to Us Weekly that Payne’s remains would be transferred to the British Cemetery in ...
Phys.org

'Woody,' 'spicy' and 'sweet': Smell of ancient Egyptian mummified bodies reveals new insights into embalming practices

Ancient Egyptian mummified bodies smell 'woody,' 'spicy' and 'sweet', finds a new study led by researchers from UCL and the University of Ljubljana, revealing new details about mummification practices ...
Digital Journal

Embalming and make-up: Pope’s body prepared for lying-in-state

The late pope's remains will be on display for three days in Saint Peter's Basilica - Copyright VATICAN MEDIA/AFP Handout The late pope's remains will be on display ...
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Centuries-old Austrian mummy found to be exceptionally well preserved thanks to unusual embalming method

Researchers found a centuries-old mummy from Austria exceptionally well preserved – likely the result of a never-before reported embalming method using wood chips, twigs, fabric, and zinc chloride The ...