World in Pictures, March 15, 2013: Team ready for South Pole expedition, Pope Francis celebrates his inaugural Mass and strikes in Spain (GALLERY)

Mar 15 2013 By Cheryl Mullin

TODAY’S World in Pictures features photographs of the Walking With The Wounded team during training on the Langiokull Glacier in Iceland; Pope Francis celebrating his inaugural Mass with cardinals inside the Sistine Chapel, at the Vatican and police standing guard as protesters confront right wing groups during a education cut protests in Madrid, Spain.

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People watch Pope Francis on a giant screen in St. Peter's square as he celebrates his inaugural Mass with cardinals inside the Sistine Chapel, at the Vatican
The Walking With The Wounded team during training on the Langiokull Glacier in Iceland
Police stand guard as protesters confront right wing groups during a protest as a part of an university students' strike against financial cuts on education in Madrid, Spain
Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso of Spain leads Caterham driver Giedo van der Garde of the Netherlands during the first practice session for the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at Albert Park in Melbourne
Horses from David Pipe's yard take their place in the stables for Cheltenham Gold Cup Day on Day Four of the 2013 Cheltenham Festival
Diners enjoy the Friends of the Earth's Extraordinary Banquet - an evening of experimental food and performances inspired by the life and principles of Linda McCartney in London
Ne-Yo performs on stage at the LG Arena, Birmingham
Government Buildings is turned green as St Patrick's festival celebrations commence