Bishops urge zero tolerance for child molesters in church policy
A panel of Roman Catholic bishops called for a zero tolerance policy for future abuse and a two strikes rule for past cases. The plan requires reporting all abuse to civil authorities, counseling and public disclosure for some offenders, and audits to ensure compliance. The proposal, led by Archbishop Harry Flynn, will be debated at the June meeting in Dallas.
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Lawsuits accuse four airlines of racial bias after 9 11
The American Civil Liberties Union leads five plaintiffs in federal suits against American United Continental and Northwest alleging they were barred from flights or denied boarding after security checks at international airports between October and December. Two plaintiffs are Arab, four are U.S. citizens, one is a permanent resident. The suit seeks declarations of illegality and bans, with possible damages.
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Red Cross changes fund raising approach after Sept 11 criticism
The American Red Cross will stop soliciting for victims of a specific disaster and instead tell donors their money may help people affected by any calamity. The Liberty Fund faced backlash for funds used on unrelated items. CEO Bernadine Healy resigned amid the controversy.
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Rancho Santa Fe Tops Wealthiest Town List
Rancho Santa Fe California ranks as the nation’s wealthiest community per capita income over 113000 with the priciest homes averaging 1.7 million dollars. Neighbors Atherton Palm Beach and Bloomfield Hills follow as other high income areas while strict rules protect rural privacy.
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Health journals scrutinized for bias and misrepresentation
Journal of the American Medical Association alongside peers questions bias in peer review and press releases. Editors warn industry funding can skew reporting and suppress negative results. New JAMA study notes favorable statistics often predominate in reports on new treatments.
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