Storms sweep Arkansas injure four kill one across region
A powerful storm system moved through Arkansas Texas and Oklahoma killing one person and injuring four others. The Arkansas Emergency Management spokesman said a home near Ashdown was destroyed by winds or a possible tornado. About 7 200 homes and businesses lost power in Arkansas as trees were downed and more severe weather risk covered the Mississippi River corridor.
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New Jersey hazing cases spark policy review in schools
Sayreville War Memorial High School football players faced seven counts of alleged abuse over a 10 day period. Advocates note New Jersey’s 2002 anti-bullying law and subsequent updates, while others say it lacks sports team specifics. Education Commissioner Hespe says a guidance review will occur to strengthen responses.
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Catholic bishops open toward homosexuals hailed as seismic shift
Gay rights groups praised a seismic shift as bishops at a Vatican meeting on family life acknowledged homosexuals have gifts to offer the church and that partnerships, while morally problematic, provide them with precious support. The report notes recognition of positive civil unions and cohabitation as steps toward lifelong church weddings.
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Vatican LGBT document signals shift in Catholic stance
A draft document on family issues under debate at the Vatican prompts praise from LGBT advocates and criticism from conservative groups. The report’s tone favors acceptance of gay relationships, while Pope Francis adds six progressives to synod leadership to shape the final document ahead of Saturday’s issuance.
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Protests Outside Ferguson Police HQ After Shooting
Rain and tornado watches did not deter hundreds of protesters outside Ferguson police headquarters for over four hours. Nearly 20 were arrested as clergy led a third straight day of demonstrations in St Louis County over Michael Brown and related police killings.
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Turkey US differ over use of Incirlik base in IS fight
Turkey and the United States clashed over Incirlik air base in Ankara’s reporting of a new agreement. Turkish deputies said there was no new Incirlik arrangement beyond existing terrorism cooperation, while U S officials maintained base access for operations against Islamic State militants near Syria and Iraq.
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Cyclone Tears Across India Killing Dozens and Forcing Evacuations
Rescue workers and soldiers cleared trees and poles after a tropical cyclone killed at least 24 people and displaced tens of thousands of villagers in eastern India. Air force planes dropped food as rescuers evacuated 11,853 people in Andhra Pradesh and 1,403 in Orissa, with Japan bracing for a tropical storm near Tokyo.
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