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An austere Jesuit intellectual who modernised what had been one of the most conservative churches in Latin America.
Europe Last Modified: 13 Mar 2013 22:29 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
Head of Catholic Church concludes pontificate with departure from Vatican to retreat in Italian town of Castel Gandolfo.
Europe Last Modified: 01 Mar 2013 05:35 GMT
Resigning pope is known for his staunch traditionalism and strong defence of Catholic orthodoxy.
Europe Last Modified: 28 Feb 2013 19:56 GMT
Benedict XVI had recent operation to replace batteries in his pacemaker, but Vatican denies it influenced resignation.
Europe Last Modified: 13 Feb 2013 01:42 GMT
The pope's visit to Cuba comes as its government strengthens diplomatic ties with the Vatican.
Opinion Last Modified: 25 Mar 2012 13:43 GMT
Pressure grows as pope is accused of siding with priests rather than their victims.
Americas Last Modified: 17 Apr 2010 04:53 GMT
Media accused of having "rushed to judgement" over latest allegations to hit pope.
Europe Last Modified: 10 Apr 2010 14:26 GMT
Letter emerges in which future pope questions if paedophile priest should be defrocked.
Europe Last Modified: 09 Apr 2010 21:54 GMT
Pope personal preacher says accusations similar to "collective violence" on Jews.
Europe Last Modified: 03 Apr 2010 05:40 GMT
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