Pope Benedict preserves Vatican leadership as expected
Pope Benedict XVI retains the entire Vatican hierarchy from the last papacy, signaling continuity. He greets crowds in white, plans broad gestures of openness, and keeps key posts intact including Cardinal Angelo Sodano as secretary of state.
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Pope culture fuels demand for John Paul II memorabilia
The Gazette notes high demand for items featuring the late Pope John Paul II across the nation and in the Corridor. It contrasts the late pope's image with Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, once tagged with harsh nicknames, and cites church experts who dispute the stereotype while praising the new pontiff's outreach and calm, kind persona.
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Rice backs change in Belarus amid dissent meetings
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice told Belarusian dissidents an end to authoritarian rule may be near and that next year’s election offers a chance for credible ballots. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov condemned outside calls for regime change as Rice and Lukashenko clash over democracy and influence.
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