Place: St. Peter's Basilica

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Irish Examiner's top readers' pictures revealed

Throughout 2013, the Irish Examiner invited budding photographers to submit their best images to the Readers Photography Competition.

Sat, 18 Jan, 2014

IN PICTURES: Day two of the Papal Conclave

Black smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel earlier today, meaning Roman Catholic cardinals did not elect a pope in their second or third rounds of balloting.

Wed, 13 Mar, 2013

Lightning struck Vatican hours after Pope's resignation announcement

Lightning struck the Vatican after Pope Benedict XVI's surprising resignation.

Tue, 12 Feb, 2013

Pope cuts back Holy Week participation

Pope John Paul II has cut back his participation in Good Friday and other Holy Week ceremonies.

Fri, 29 Mar, 2002