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Pope Francis says materialism has taken Christmas hostage

Jesus was born rejected by some and regarded by many others with indifference, says Pope.

26 Dec 2016 4:38 AM

Pope says Christmas 'hostage' to materialism, God in shadows

Francis said the many in the wealthy world had to be reminded that the message of Christmas was humility, simplicity and mystery.

25 Dec 2016 3:23 PM

China’s Pope loyalists fear Vatican betrayal

The Vatican, though, is currently seeking better relations with communist China, which is making the underground wary.

25 Dec 2016 3:12 AM

Pope Francis wants women in top jobs

A lack of professional expertise within the Vatican was highlighted by recent scandals centred on the Holy See’s finances.

23 Dec 2016 2:54 AM

Pope Francis draws praise as he shops for shoes

The visit was filmed and snapped on smartphones by a handful of customers who were in the shop at the time.

22 Dec 2016 6:13 AM

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Pope Francis' 80th birthday with kids, homeless people

The Pope received messages of congratulations from around the world for his 80th birthday, including at email addresses in eight languages.

18 Dec 2016 10:41 AM

Pope Francis to turn 80 today, but no sign yet that he’ll slow down

The world’s 1.2 billion Catholics are, by now, used to the face Pope Francis displays to the world.

17 Dec 2016 4:54 AM

Pope extends special permission on abortion

Francis wrote in the Apostolic Letter that abortion is a grave sin, since it puts an end to an innocent life.

21 Nov 2016 4:48 PM

Four cardinals openly challenge Pope Francis’s liberal views

Under Church law, they cannot receive communion unless they abstain from sex with their new partner.

15 Nov 2016 1:03 AM

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