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Pope Benedict XVI funeral: Pope Francis leads farewell to ex-pontiff at Vatican

Pope Francis presided over the funeral - the first time a sitting Pope has led his predecessor's funeral in over 200 years, according to the Vatican.

5 Jan

Pope Benedict XVI greets the crowd from the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, on April 19, 2005, soon after his election.

The sound of Bavarian drumming fills the air ahead of Pope's funeral

Hundreds had travelled from the former Pope's home state in Germany.

Watch: Thursday's Northern Ireland news headlines

Katie Andrews has your headlines in Northern Ireland on Wednesday 4 January

5 Jan

Pope Benedict XVI funeral: Another moment in history for the ancient institution

More than 60,000 people see first day of Pope Benedict XVI lying in state

King Charles expresses ‘deep sadness’ after death of former Pope Benedict

Church and political leaders pay tribute to Pope Benedict XVI

Benedict XVI: The first pontiff to resign in 600 years

Pope Benedict XVI is conscious and stable but condition is serious, Vatican says

Pope asks for special prayers for 'very sick' predecessor Benedict XVI

Pope Benedict XVI makes rare statement on priest celibacy debate

Pope Benedict to get a new type of follower on Twitter