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Newsline 13.02.2013 | 17:15 UTC News Religion Pope asks for support in first post-resignation appearance Thousands have gathered to hear Pope Benedict XVI give his first public address since his surprise resignation. He told crowds he was stepping down for the "good of the church," asking that they "keep praying for him." Sede vacante - The papal transition Asia Tibetan monk's burning marks 100th immolation since 2009 A Tibetan monk has self-immolated in Nepal's capital to protest Chinese rule in Tibet. The Tibetan government in exile has said it marks the 100th such incident since a wave of immolations began in 2009. Tibetan monk's thoughts on self-immolations World Human Rights Child sexual abuse 'disturbingly common' in India Social stigmas make it difficult for Indians to talk about the sexual abuse of children in public. Activists have also blamed the government for failing to adequately protect children. Child slaves crowd the skeletons in India's closet No country for women, abuse runs high in India A real 'taboo for Pakistani society' Environment Germans help preserve beauty of Ha Long Bay Vietnam's Ha Long Bay is known for its breathtaking beauty. Environmental awareness campaigns and a German project are helping to preserve that beauty from the pollution of tourism and mining. Paper giant pledges to end deforestation Iran pays a high price for cheap Chinese products Lawmakers support sustainable tourism in Myanmar Religion Speculation over Pope's successor Who will succeed Pope Benedict XVI? Vatican insiders are dropping a number of names. One thing's for sure: the conclave's selection is certain to make a fundamental impact on the direction of the Catholic Church. The era of Benedict XVI 2005 - 2013 Sede vacante - The papal transition The pope leaves behind a church in crisis In Focus: Benedict's papacy Conflict Scores of Rohingyas seek refuge in Thailand Activists say that up to 19,000 people - mostly Rohingya Muslims - have set sail from Myanmar's western Rakhine state to Thailand to escape violence and deteriorating living conditions. Bangladeshis join Rohingya in search of opportunity Dozens missing as refugee boat sinks in Bay of Bengal Scores of Rohingya refugees feared dead at sea Newsletters More DW Suggestions welcome! Nominate your favorites for the 2013 Bobs Awards Do you know bloggers, journalists or net activists who fight for human rights and for freedom of speech? Nominate your favorite for the Bobs Awards. To find out how and for more information on the Bobs, go here. More DW Wonders of World Heritage Join DW for a breathtaking tour of Germany's 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: From the Aachen Cathedral to Muskauer Park: Park. Our eight routes highlight these unique sites with videos, photo galleries and more. Join us!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013