Pope Francis after his general audience on April 10. (Alessandra Tarantino/AP)
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Francis Doesn’t Like Feminist Nuns
Pope Francis after his general audience on April 10. (Alessandra Tarantino/AP)
Reaffirms predecessor’s stance.
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Is the Pope Rewriting Easter?
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From washing women’s feet to eschewing the gilded throne, he’s shaking up traditions and Vatican...
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There Were No Angels in Argentina
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As questions are raised about Pope Francis and the “dirty war,” it’s worth noting that few survived...
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The Two Faces of Pope Francis
The new pontiff’s past reputation is hard to square with his affable presence today.... MORE
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Pope Calls for Church Austerity
Seeks return to helping the poor. MORE
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Bergoglio’s Dirty War Dealings
There’s evidence that the new pope knew of the Argentine dictatorship’s role in disappearing citizens and children, despite later denials, says Horacio... MORE
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Francis Embarks on First Day
As leader of what many fear is an unfixable church. MORE
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Six Best Reads on Pope Francis
The Daily Beast rounds up some of the best reads to introduce you to Pope Francis—and explain why he was picked. MORE
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The New Pope Is From Argentina
Pope Francis I. MORE
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How to Stop Paedophile Priests
The next pope bears the responsibility of preventing sexual abuse in the church. Geoffrey Robertson on the one reform needed to protect vulnerable children. MORE
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Vatican Building Houses Gay Sauna
The church owns $21M of the building. MORE
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Cardinals Begin Pope Vote on Tuesday
Will likely have new pope by end of next week. MORE
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Inside the Vatican
Longtime Vatican reporter John Thavis’s new book is full of revelations about the last papal conclave and what happens on the pope’s jet.... MORE
