Supreme Court to Rule on Ten Commandments Displays
The Supreme Court will hear whether Ten Commandments displays on government property violate the First Amendment. The case focuses on Kentucky and Texas displays amid decades of church state disputes. A ruling could come before July with arguments perhaps in February.
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Beslan marks end of 40 day mourning for victims
In Beslan North Ossetia hundreds gathered to mark the end of a 40 day mourning period for the school siege victims. Tensions rose as anger toward Ingush residents grew, with calls for calm from officials amid fears of violence. A separate Gaza City car bomb near security headquarters injured a bystander, with no group claiming responsibility.
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U.S. pushes offensive around Baghdad amid Ramadan preparations
U.S. and Iraqi forces launched raids from Baghdad toward Fallujah and Ramadi, targeting mosques and insurgent strongholds. Clashes killed several Iraqis, with reports of casualties at Hit and Qaim as air and ground operations continued ahead of Ramadan. Local officials and residents condemned mosque attacks while U.S. spokesmen said forces backed Iraqi troops with no entry into mosques.
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Oil futures dip after week of record highs
Crude futures settled lower on Tuesday after six straight sessions of record highs, with November crude slipping to $52.51 a barrel on the NYMEX. Traders saw a needed correction but expect prices to stay bullish and top $60 by year end amid tight U.S. stocks and balanced global supply. Gold fell nearly $7 as the dollar strengthened, while cotton and cocoa also declined on market selling and a softer demand outlook.
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McClain courted by universities after Apprentice firing
Boise State University Columbia University and Albertson College of Idaho have recruited Troy McClain in the months after his firing from The Apprentice. McClain, who lacks a college degree, has meetings with counselors and must decide before December 2 to start January classes. Hollywood also offers, manager Ed Moore said. Cosby urges grads in Richmond schools. Jasmine Trias praised by Philippine president at Malacañang palace after Idol run.
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Metropolis mourns Reeve as festival ties endure
Residents of Metropolis Illinois mourn actor Christopher Reeve who died at 52 after a nine year quadriplegia from a 1995 horse accident. The town hosts a Superman festival and honors Reeve as a fan favorite amid the national outpouring of tributes.
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