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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The Two Faces of Pope Francis
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The new pontiff’s past reputation is hard to square with his affable presence today....
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There Were No Angels in Argentina
As questions are raised about Pope Francis and the “dirty war,” it’s worth noting that few survived the conflict with perfect morality intact, says Mark... 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
