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Pope Benedict to Step Down
In a rare move, the pontiff will resign this month because of failing health, the Vatican announced Sunday.
In a highly unusual move, the Catholic Church’s Pope Benedict XVI plans to step down for health reasons, according to the Vatican.
As reported by Bloomberg News, the 85-year-old leader of the Roman Catholic Church will resign Feb. 28.
The 265th pope, a German-born theologian, held the church’s highest position since 2005. His replacement will be selected by a conclave of cardinals.
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