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Pope is convinced that peace will prevail in 2013

Pope Benedict delivered an upbeat message for the new year, despite the world's woes. He did, however, condemn rampant capitalism.

Pope visits and pardons 'Vatileaks' butler in jail

Paolo Gabriele experienced the Pope's clemency and, to the joy of his wife and children, was home in time for Christmas.

How to dust a 100 ft high priceless Vatican antique

Cleaning Bernini's masterpiece demands the utmost care and attention, plus a good head for heights.

Will the 'Vatileaks' butler be freed in time for Christmas?

After a low-key meeting between the Pope and his advisers, it seems a pardon for Paolo Gabriele is in the offing.

Exclusive: Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle talks to ucanews.com

Vatican children's book reveals "the mystery of the Pope"

Hon fires back over Ma dismissal

Archbishop calls revocation "illegal and divisive"

The major marketing effort behind the Pope's first tweet

An insight into the ceaseless efforts made by Twitter to encourage the Pope and other world figures to become users.

Vatican reaffirms right to back Chinese clergy

Beliefs are not open to popular vote, says Pope

Pope Benedict has underlined the ultimate authority of the Church, saying it is "unthinkable" that the teaching of the magisterium should be contested.

Mending the Vatican's 'Byzantine' approach to media

Recent steps aim to correct past missteps that have accelerated controversies

New cardinal addresses sectarian conflict and the spread of Christianity in Asia

Tagle says religion an unfair scapegoat for conflicts