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Thanks, Obama: Papal events now include ban on explosives, drones, and selfie sticks

Pope Francis’ upcoming U.S. visit will include a stop in New York City on Friday, September 25, where the pope will enjoy a ride through Central Park before presiding over evening mass at Madison Square Garden.

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The pope’s visit calls for heightened security, and the Secret Service and Department of Homeland Security have helped compile a list of security restrictions for the event.

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What? No selfie-sticks?

We’ll bet President Obama gets around the ban by presenting Pope Francis with a selfie-stick as a welcome gift when he lands in D.C.