Public viewing lasts through Wednesday as officials expect tens of thousands to pass by Benedict’s body at the Vatican.
Author: Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY
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What’s open and closed the day after Christmas? Many banks, post offices still closed on Monday
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‘Don’t worry about me’: NASA Mars InSight lander signs off with poignant message
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