Alabama House speaker holds stance on prayers at sessions
The Republican speaker says prayers should not be halted over isolated objections and notes prayer is a longstanding tradition. Democratic Rep. Thomas Jackson supports opening prayers but urges lawmakers to align actions with biblical teachings and aid for the poor. Lt Gov Kay Ivey oversees Senate prayers and invites input for who may lead.
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Eid al Fitr shadow over Muslim world amid tensions in Egypt
Cairo and other hotspots mark Eid al Fitr as Ramadan ends amid sectarian strain and political division. Muslims observe at gravesites and beaches while Sunnis and Shiites clash over moon sighting and Syria’s war echoes in Egypt. Morsi supporters and opponents clash with pleas for reinstatement.
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