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Tenth Anniversary Prompts Spiritual Reflection
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“People were angry at God [after 9/11] and they had every right to be, but that was not my experience,” said Chief Joseph W. Pfeifer of the NYFD.

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Annual Statement Seeks Common Ground on Labor Day
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The annual Labor Day statement from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops may prove notable this year because of observations that in the past would hardly raise an eyebrow. It includes a thorough reiteration of the U.S. church’s historical support of organized labor and an acknowledgment of
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Somalia Famine: Death Toll Rises Among Children
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According to one report, since June an average of 10 children under the age of 5 have died every day.

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Cardinal says bishops were encouraged by youths at WYD
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"In a world shaken by wars, economic crises and social discouragement, the youths...had only one message to spread: Christ lives," said Cardinal Marc Ouellet.

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News Briefs
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Bishop álvaro Ramazzini Imeri of San Marcos, Guatemala, will receive the Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award on Oct. 2.

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Mexican Church Officials Condemn Casino Attack
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The attack killed more than 50 bettors and employees and left the nation horrified.

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South Kordofan New Sudan Hot Spot
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A UN report said that violations alleged to have taken place in the south of Sudan “could amount to crimes against humanity or war crimes.”

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Aid Agencies Struggle to Reach Island Communities Cut Off By Irene
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Far from American headlines Irene also left widespread destruction in the Bahamas and elsewhere in the Caribbean.

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Tripoli Bishop Hopes to Return to Libya Soon
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As the search goes on for Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi, the bishop of Tripoli is stuck in Italy but hoping to return to the North Africa nation soon.

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Zimbabwe Pilgrims Arrive in Madrid
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Sona Mpofu of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and 21 other pilgrims were exhausted by their journey but thrilled about being at World Youth Day.