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Cardinals May Elect Identikit New Pope
The sign that millions of Catholics around the world will be eagerly awaiting next month - white smoke billowing from the Sistine Chapel signifying the election of a new pope. Pope Benedict's election in 2005 was greeted with jubilation then but his shock decision to step down at the end of this month has left many reeling. An uncompromising conservative, the 85-year-old pontiff leaves a controversial legacy, from problems at the Vatican bank to allegations of sexual abuse.
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Memorial Day in Atlanta: ‘Sacred Soil’ enhances history center’s redone Veterans Park
Soil collected from important battlegrounds will be included in the Atlanta History Center’s dedication of its new park honoring military veterans
7:21 a.m.
Barbecue roadtrips and more: If you love barbecue, these books are for you
Four books celebrate the roots -- and experience -- of cooking over fire and smoke, including a tour of Southern BBQ 'crossroads' large and small
7:40 a.m.
Atlanta Braves: B.J. Upton ends home-run drought
Homer against the Twins marks the first time Upton has hit in consecutive games since early May.
7:34 a.m.
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Cops: 3 used checkbook belonging to dead man’s fiancee
Two days after an Atlanta man was gunned down inside his own home, the checkbook belonging to his fiancee was used at a bank and store, police said Wednesday.
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