Benedict XVI
Benedict XVI, born Joseph Ratzinger, served as Pope from 2005 until his resignation in 2013, becoming the first pope to step down in nearly 600 years, primarily due to health concerns.
Born on Apr 16, 1927 (98 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 1 | 5.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 128,932,753 | 170,096 | $1,200,000 | 1,583$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 3,857 | $5,100 | 4$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,082 | $700,000 | 573$ |
| Totals | 3 | 142,617,375 | 181,035 | $1,905,100 | 2,160$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Pope Benedict XVI met with the parents of Maddie McCann in the Vatican during the height of the investigation into her disappearance.
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Ireland:
The Holy Grail is endorsed by popes John Paul II, Benedict XVI and Francis.
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Mexico:
Pope Benedict XVI ordered Marcial Maciel to retire to a life of prayer and penance, away from the priestly ministry.
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Slovakia:
Benedict XVI was known for his deep thoughts and careful words during his papacy.
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Canada:
Benedict XVI resigned, prompting a new conclave to elect a pope.
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United Kingdom:
If the trip goes ahead, it would follow visits by John Paul II and Benedict XVI, both remembered for messages of peace and religious co-existence.
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Italy:
Benedict XVI passed away at the age of 95 in the Monastery Mater Ecclesiae in Vatican City.
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Germany:
Pope Benedict XVI appointed Hanke as the 82nd Bishop of Eichstätt.
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Switzerland:
Benedict XVI is also viewed favorably among right-wing American Catholics.
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Slovenia:
Benedict XVI appointed Luigi Bianco as apostolic nuncio in Honduras.
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