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Selection of Latin American to lead world's Catholics is described as "geographic and cultural upheaval" for Vatican.
Europe Last Modified: 14 Mar 2013 19:05 GMT
After formal resignation of Benedict XVI on February 28, conclave of Vatican cardinals will select new church leader.
Ted Regencia, Ben Piven
Interactive Last Modified: 14 Mar 2013 16:49 GMT
Crowds at St Peter's Square in Vatican City erupt in cheers at sight of white smoke indicating election of new pontiff.
Europe Last Modified: 13 Mar 2013 18:59 GMT
The selection of a Latin American Pope would be symbolically important and would help rejuvenate a crippled Church.
Opinion Last Modified: 12 Mar 2013 13:04 GMT
Catholic cardinals gather in Rome to choose successor to Benedict XVI who resigned citing health issues.
Europe Last Modified: 12 Mar 2013 09:06 GMT
Next Pope faces challenge to modernise a faith that many believe is out of touch with the modern world.
Europe Last Modified: 10 Mar 2013 20:17 GMT
Cardinals from around the world gather in Vatican ahead of conclave as UK's senior cleric admits sexual misconduct.
Europe Last Modified: 10 Mar 2013 01:21 GMT
Cardinals will on Tuesday submit first round of balloting in secret process meant to choose successor to Benedict XVI.
Europe Last Modified: 09 Mar 2013 23:51 GMT
Keith O'Brien, once UK's senior Catholic leader, apologises and vows to play "no further part" in public life of church.
Europe Last Modified: 03 Mar 2013 19:25 GMT
Roman Catholic Church now headed by care-taker leader, after Benedict XVI's reign as pope comes to end.
Europe Last Modified: 01 Mar 2013 09:13 GMT
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