Why Is Dennis Rodman At The Vatican? He's Being Paid By A
Betting Company, Of Course   Today a spokesperson from Irish
bookmaker Paddy Power, which is known for stunt advertising,
confirmed that Rodman's trip was organized and paid for by them
to drum up attention for the company. Rodman is at the Vatican,
they said, to “spread the gospel of pope betting.”  This is
slightly disappointing to anyone who hoped that Rodman actually
took an interest in major world events, rather than drifting
from camera to camera in search of attention and a paycheck. He
doesn't even sound particularly invested in the Papal Conclave,
telling reporters that he has no “mission,” or even a favorite.
Regardless, Rodman told everyone to bet on Peter Turkson of
Ghana becoming the first African Pope. The conclave JUST NOW
sent up white smoke, so we'll see.