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At the Vatican, faithful hail ‘a great pope’
The square in front of St Peter's Basilica was busy with visitors when big screens used to broadcast services flashed up an unusual message
Putin praises Benedict as ‘defender of traditional Christian values’
"Benedict XVI was an eminent religious and state figure, a convinced defender of traditional Christian values"
‘Giant of faith’: Tributes for ex-pope Benedict XVI
Tributes have poured in after former pope Benedict XVI died, almost a decade after he became the first pope to resign in six centuries
World starts to ring in 2023 after turbulent year
The world's eight billion people began ushering in 2023 on Saturday and bidding farewell to a turbulent 12 months
Catholic controversy over two popes in the Vatican
His decision at the age of 85 to become the first pontiff to step down created a precedent that has loomed over the papacy of his successor
Benedict XVI: The pope who walked away
The former pope had had a troubled term, when he often appeared overwhelmed by the challenges facing the Church
A timeline of Pope Benedict XVI’s extraordinary life
Here is a look back at the key dates and events in the life of Pope Benedict XVI
Death toll from Philippine floods, landslides climbs to 44
Rescuers were still searching for more than two dozen other people missing after heavy downpours over the Christmas weekend caused flooding
‘Sustained campaign’ to convert tribal Christians in India’s Chhattisgarh state hit
From December 9 to 18, at least a thousand Christians were reportedly displaced and at least two dozens were injured
Benedict XVI’s serious illness raises questions about pope emeritus protocols
What, then, will happen when Benedict dies?
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