for decency's sake,

Please dont try to scoop the Pope's death. Hold off, for the love of basic human dignity, until the Vatican makes the official announcement.

Let the media be the ghouls if they want to do the final hours and minutes countdown, and issue breathless headlines based on newsroom rumor and unconfirmed reports.

Wait for the Confirmed Report. From the Vatican. THEN we can discuss the man's legacy and pay respects.

He is not dead yet. Perhaps soon. but this is not an election night return. This is a man near death who deserves respect. Please stop, and please wait.