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Pope opens priesthood in Amazon to married men

Interviews, news and analysis of the day’s global events.

Catholic bishops have voted in favour of allowing married men to be priests in remote places - which could pave the way for a break with the doctrine of celibacy.

Also in the programme: Millions face losing power in California wildfire; and a prominent Ethiopian activist accuses his Nobel prize winning prime minister of dictatorial tendencies.

(Photo: There is a shortage of priests in remote parts of the Amazon. Credit: AFP)

53 minutes

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  • Sat 26 Oct 201920:06GMT

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