Vatican forced to issue reminder over 'disrespectful' acts next to pope's casket

The Vatican is asking mourners not to take selfies with the late Pope Francis as he lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica.

Nearly 130,000 people have paid their respects this week after waiting in line for hours outside the church, but the Vatican was compelled to issue a statement reminding visitors to put away their phones while passing the casket, reported CNN.

CNN footage filmed Wednesday inside the basilica showed most visitors bowing their heads in reflection and prayer, but...