Controversy Over Selfies Next to Pope Francis's Casket

Catholics are expressing outrage over individuals taking selfies next to Pope Francis's open casket, with over 128,000 people visiting Saint Peter's Basilica to pay their respects. The behavior has been condemned as disrespectful during a solemn moment.

The Impact of Selfies and Smartphone Culture on Social Behavior

Selfies taken at St Peter’s Basilica alongside the corpse of Pope Francis have sparked international criticism, showcasing how smartphones have disrupted social norms and public behavior. The rise of selfie culture reflects human nature's impulse to document and share experiences. The solution may lie in a combination of rules, legislation, and social stigma to reinvent social etiquette for the mobile phone era.

Controversy over taking selfies at Pope Francis' lying in state

Mourners at Pope Francis' lying in state were upset by people taking selfies with his open casket. Some felt it was disrespectful and detracted from the solemn moment. The funeral is expected to be attended by at least 250,000 people.