Cardinals tweet goodbyes before conclave lockdown
Cardinals entering the Vatican on Tuesday ahead of a conclave to elect the next pope took to Twitter to say goodbye to their online flock before they are cut off from the outside world.
Tue Mar 12 2013
Clergy abuse victims try to sway pope vote
As cardinals prepare for the conclave to elect the next pope, victims of sex abuse by clergymen are trying to ensure the vote doesn't go to anyone they accuse of helping cover up the scandal.
Mon Mar 11 2013
Cardinals debate transparency amid Vatican secrecy
Catholic cardinals put off a decision on when to begin a conclave to elect the next pope, instead debating Vatican finances.
Fri Mar 08 2013
Paedophilia scandals weigh on body to elect next pope
Activists fighting for justice for victims of sexual abuse by Catholic priests hold out little hope for progress under the next pope.
Wed Feb 20 2013
Don't count Europe out for next pope
Cardinals choosing the next pope should not count out European candidates even though most believers are in Asia, Africa and Latin America, an Italian cardinal elector said on Saturday.
Sat Feb 16 2013