VATICAN CITY - Tensions already roiling a high-level Vatican summit spilled into the open Oct. 12 with the publication of a letter allegedly sent to Pope Francis from 13 conservative cardinals warning of plots by progressives to hijack the proceedings.

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Many people are so worried that thieves will break into their homes that they hide their valuables. And sometimes they neglect to let anyone know where things are.