Near-record numbers at open-air mass led by the Pope in Manila

It was one of the biggest ever turnouts for an open-air mass led by a pope.

Some four million people have packed into and around a central park in Manila, as Pope Francis winds up his visit to Asia.

Earlier he appealed for more compassion and understanding for the disadvantaged.

The pontiff has had to battle bad weather during his visit to the Philippines, but the crowds have always turned out in huge numbers.



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