Australians vote to keep Queen as head of state
In a landmark referendum Australians vote to retain Queen Elizabeth II as head of state. With 73 percent counted, opponents led 54.5 to 45.5 percent. results show monarchists and republicans split, and a constitutional preamble proposal also headed for defeat. Buckingham Palace declined immediate comment.
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Australian Electoral Commission
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Pope John Paul II Visits India Amid Security Tensions
The pope's visit to New Delhi faced rare violence as police beat three Hindu nationalists protesting near the Gandhi cremation site. Authorities cleared streets to curb demonstrations while Vatican officials voiced concern over rising religious tensions and Christian persecution in India. Prime Minister Vajpayee, seen as moderate, pledged secular protections and religious freedom. The three protesters reportedly belonged to Shiv Sena, aligned with the ruling coalition.
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India
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Judge rules Microsoft a monopoly
A federal judge in Washington ruled Microsoft a monopoly and signaled possible harsh sanctions. The findings, favoring the government, say Microsoft abused power to deter rivals like Netscape and IBM, with potential remedies including breaking up the company or altering Windows and related practices. Gates indicated openness to settlement talks while asserting principled disagreements.
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Microsoft
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U.S
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Jackson
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Wash
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St Lucy s Parish Chooses Renovation Over Steeple Rebuild
After a Labor Day storm toppled St. Lucy s Church steeple, parish leaders opted not to replace the steeple. They will use community cash gifts to renovate the basement for programs and services while repairing the sanctuary and improving the heating system. The one ton bell remains a symbol of hope as the church plans to display it prominently.
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Ranaire
Liz Nolan
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