![Former Pope Benedict to have simple funeral after lying in state Former Pope Benedict to have simple funeral after lying in state](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81672565388_PopeBenedict.jpg)
Former Pope Benedict to have simple funeral after lying in state
The body of Benedict will lie in state in St. Peter's Basilica on Monday and remain there for three days before his funeral.
Sun Jan 01 2023
![Raja Puan Besar of Perak, Raja Nor Mahani dies Raja Puan Besar of Perak, Raja Nor Mahani dies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-10/81507048411_RajaPuanBesar.jpg)
Raja Puan Besar of Perak, Raja Nor Mahani dies
Raja Nor Mahani would lie in state at Istana Al-Ridhuan here before she is laid to rest at the Kuala Kangsar Royal Mausoleum after Asar prayers tomorrow.
Tue Oct 03 2017
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Thousands queue to visit coffin of late Thai king
Bhumibol, who died at 88 two weeks ago, was adored by many of his subjects and seen as an anchor of stability in a kingdom rocked by turbulent politics.
Sat Oct 29 2016
![Nelson Mandela's body lying in state in Pretoria Nelson Mandela's body lying in state in Pretoria](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-12/51386752586_295x200.jpg)
Nelson Mandela's body lying in state in Pretoria
The body of Nelson Mandela has arrived at the main government building in South Africa's capital, Pretoria, where it will lie in state for three days.
Wed Dec 11 2013
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Mandela funeral cortege to process through Pretoria
Mandela's remains will lie in state at the Union Buildings -- the official seat of the South African government -- on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Sat Dec 07 2013