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Mark Zuckerberg visits Pope Francis

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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg met with Pope Francis at the Vatican Monday morning.
 
The two talked about utilizing technology to battle poverty and spread the message of hope. Zuckerberg's wife, Priscilla Chan, also attended the meeting.

According to CNN Money, Zuckerberg gave the Pope a model of Aquila, a solar-powered drone created by Facebook. The device functions as a means of expanding internet access in developing countries.