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Faithful mourn Benedict XVI at funeral presided over by pope

13 Sept 12:51 Key points summarised by AI

Tens of thousands of faithful, political leaders, and Pope Francis gathered for the historic funeral of Benedict XVI, marking the first time a reigning pontiff presided over the requiem Mass for a pope emeritus.
The ceremony honored Benedict XVI, a renowned theologian who made history by becoming the first pope in six centuries to resign, an act praised by Francis for 'opening the door' for future papal retirements.
Despite calls for simplicity, the event drew a large crowd to St. Peter's Square, with some mourners chanting 'Santo Subito!' (Sainthood Now!) reflecting deep admiration for the late pope.
The funeral concluded an unprecedented decade of two living popes, symbolizing a moment of continuity and transition for the Catholic Church, bridging the pontificates of John Paul II and Francis.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.