Former Pope Benedict XVI. dies at the age of 95

Joe Biden – only the second Catholic to become US president – said Pope Benedict “will be remembered as a distinguished theologian, with a lifelong dedication to the Church, guided by its principles and faith.” Mr. Biden highlighted the pope’s remarks during a 2008 visit to the White House, in which the former pope said “the need for global solidarity is as urgent as ever if all human beings are to live in a way worthy of their dignity.” .