i don't get this one

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/36057722/ns/world_news-europe

We are told that the previous Pope's reputation is now on the line.
Why not go all the way back, hey, let's call the whole Bible into question.
Let's call civilization and planet earth into question.
Sarcasm aside, who is "msn" and why am I even thinking about it.
Tripe.