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# Il Papa Don't Reach

The Pope was not impressed that someone nearly pulled him down

The Pope is on a visit to Mexico.

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Feb 17th 2016, 1:21 PM

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Pope Francis gives rare insight into what happened at conclave

The new pope said today he wants “a poor Church for the poor” and spoke about how his name was inspired by St Francis of Assisi.

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Mar 16th 2013, 1:11 PM

# White Smoke

Tears, cheers and prayers as the Vatican reveals new pope

IN PICTURES: Twenty reactions to the election of the New World’s first pope.

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Mar 14th 2013, 12:07 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Are you optimistic about Pope Francis?

The new leader of the Roman Catholic church is a doctrinal conservative who believes strongly in social justice. How do you feel about Pope Francis?

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Mar 14th 2013, 10:10 AM

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President Higgins and Michael Noonan to attend Pope Francis's inauguration

The President will represent Ireland, while the Finance Minister will attend on behalf of the Irish Government.

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Mar 14th 2013, 8:50 AM

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PHOTOS: Day 1 of the Vatican conclave to elect the next Pope

The 115 cardinals under 80 were locked into the Sistine Chapel this afternoon to begin the process of choosing the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church.

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Mar 12th 2013, 7:00 PM

# pontifex

13 of the best fake tweets from the Pope

“Shark Week’s going off on the Discovery Channel.” Twitter welcomed Benedict XVI in its own special way…

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Dec 3rd 2012, 8:30 PM