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Therefore, reasons Ahmadinejad, all authority should reside with the clerics, who can ably rule in his temporary absence.
CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: True Fanatic
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Churchgoers and the clergy in the Philippines said they were not worried by the temporary absence of a pope, but nevertheless felt the vacuum.
NPR: In Manila, Catholics Pray For Smooth Succession
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Interest in Apple's new products also comes as Wall Street is concerned about the company's growth prospects in the recession and Mr. Jobs's temporary absence.
WSJ: Apple's Silence Feeds Talk of New Gadget
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He has yet to address the larger point, however, namely that their continuing presence is but one of many reasons why there is no real "peace" in the Balkans, only a temporary absence of hostilities.
CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Hearing takes a toll on Lake nomination
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There is a "de facto" temporary absence of the President of the Republic, he argues, and Diosdado Cabello as head of the National Assembly should take Mr Chavez's place until such time as he can return.
BBC: Hugo Chavez: Continuity or crisis as swearing-in delayed?
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If the absence is temporary, the vice-president assumes charge for a maximum of 180 days.
BBC: Venezuelan Vice-President Maduro gives annual address
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Government officials have stated that Mr Chavez will remain in power beyond 10 January, as his absence is only temporary.
BBC: Opponents seek Chavez court ruling
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This time, however, his absence will only be temporary.
BBC: Stephen Fry quits the web to write his autobiography
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The absence of the world's best player from the tour -- however temporary -- doesn't give Garcia a free run at a Majors title.
CNN: Garcia's time to shine?