For decades, popes have suffered embarrassment when their light, shoulder-length mantle, inspired by a sudden gust of wind, smacks them in the face. Dario Piccioni who sells garments to cardinals and bishops at the Vatican has suggested using Velcro to solve the problem. Read more
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Vatican media chief contrasts styles of Francis and Benedict
Friday, July 24th, 2015
The Vatican’s media spokesman has contrasted the styles of Pope Francis and his predecessor Benedict XVI. In a feature story published in National Geographic, Fr Federico Lombardi, SJ, was asked how he felt about Francis. Fr Lombardi reportedly smiled and responded with one word: “Confused.” The Jesuit said Benedict would emerge from a meeting with Read more