The murky history of papal resignations
The history of papal abdications is often disputed, but one thing is sure: Pope Benedict XVI is not the first to do it
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Cardinals from Ghana, Nigeria and Canada among early betting favorites to replace Pope Benedict XVI; Bono listed at 1,000/1
The world reacts to pope's decision to retire
Shock, sadness and declarations of faith met Pope Benedict XVI's announcement that he would retire Feb. 28.
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Pope Benedict XVI to resign this month
Pontiff surprises world by announcing he will quit job as 265th head of the Roman Catholic Church for health reasons
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Vatican: Benedict XVI too weary to remain pope
No specific health problems causing 85-year-old pontiff's resignation, but rather age-related exhaustion, Vatican says
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Pope Benedict XVI resigns: Full text of announcement
Pontiff says both strength of mind, body have "deteriorated" to the point where he can no longer carry out duties
Idealism of Pope Benedict XVI intertwined with scandal
Benedict tried to set the Catholic Church on a tradition-minded path that often alienated progressives and thrilled conservatives
Papal expert: Pope "burdened" by sex abuse scandal
Georgetown University theology professor, Chester Gillis, addresses the role of recent scandals within the church as possible factors behind Pope Benedict XVI's shocking resignation
Russia coal mine blast kills 18
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A look at the life and service of Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, the 265th pope of the Roman Catholic Church
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Police and protesters clash in France after day of demonstrations
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