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9/11 Is History Now

“Believe it or not 9/11 belongs to history now and this fact is in itself even scarier than what we know happened on that awful day, or what we did not know for that matter.”

(ALEXANDRIA, Egypt) - With the world commemorating the tenth anniversary of the mysterious and horrific collapse of the New York twin towers on September 11, 2001 and as I looked back to be swept up by the endless reflections of the tragic day, I suddenly realized that my perspective of 9/11, as well as everybody else’s I guess, has changed.

Ten long years now separate us from this day.

Oklahoma Survivors Speak Out on Human Trafficking
- 3 survivors, 3 stories, 3 positive endings

The Governor's daughter, Cristina Fallin-Bacon, leads the "Chain Breaking Ceremony."

(OKLAHOMA CITY) - Oklahomans will be traveling from around the state to participate in the OKLAHOMA FREEDOM RALLY. Many will be wearing chains to symbolizing the fact that slavery still exist in the 21st century. Then at the end of the rally there will be a "Chain Breaking Ceremony."

Facebook Anti-Trafficking Partner to Host 33 Walk/Run to `Stop Child Trafficking Now`

SCTNow's success is entirely dependent on walkers/runners, sponsors, and volunteers involved in raising funds in local communities all over the United States.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Today, non-profit organization Stop Child Trafficking Now (SCTNow) announced plans for its 3rd annual National Walk Run Campaign. The public event is part of a national campaign taking "steps" toward freedom in more than 33 communities in the United States and Canada.

Imperialism: Bankers, Drug Wars and Genocide

On one side of the “war on drugs” are the major Wall Street banks; on the other side, the White House and its imperial military strategists and in the ‘middle’ are 90 million Mexicans and 40,000 murder victims and counting.

(NEW YORK) - In May 2011, Mexican investigators uncovered another mass clandestine grave with dozens of mutilated corpses; bringing the total number of victims to 40,000 killed since 2006 when the Calderon regime announced its “war on drug traffickers”

Backed by advisers, agents and arms, the White House has been the principal promotor of a ‘war’ that has totally decimated Mexico’s society and economy.

Mexico`s Casino Boom, Corruption and Violence

Corruption of politicians and judges has emerged as an issue connected to the gambling boom.

(LAS CRUCES, N.M.) - Although the Mexican Congress has balked repeatedly at approving Las Vegas-style gaming, casinos and other gaming establishments have nonetheless spread like wildfire across the country in recent years.

The Mexican newsweekly Proceso has reported that the number of gaming enterprises-legal and illegal-exploded from 123 in 2000 to at least 790 in 2011. An estimated 12,000 people work in the industry.

Key Bank Robbed in Corvallis

(Corvallis, Oregon) - On Thursday at approximately 2:09 p.m. employees of Key Bank, located at 1817 NW 9th St, called to report and unknown male had just robbed their business. The suspect entered the front doors of the bank wearing a motorcycle helmet. He implied he had a weapon and demanded money. Bank employees complied with his demands and the suspect left the business with an undisclosed amount of money. The suspect was last seen leaving the bank on foot, running toward Hwy 99W.

Woman`s Ashes Taken in Burglary Have Been Recovered

(Salem, Oregon) - The ashes of a Salem woman taken in a burglary that occurred shortly after 4:00 PM Tuesday in the 2400 block of Trade St SE were recovered today when Salem Police detectives served a search warrant on a white 1986 Ford Pickup. The pickup had been impounded by police Tuesday shortly after 5:00 PM in the 1900 block of West Nob Hill St SE at the scene of another burglary.

Two Arrested Following Attempt to Elude in Stolen Vehicle East of Roseburg

(ROSEBURG, Ore.) - Two suspects were arrested Monday evening after stealing a car in Roseburg and attempting to elude Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) and Oregon State Police (OSP). The suspects' fleeing attempt ended after driving into an open barn in the Dixonville area where they were arrested.

Crime Stoppers Wedding Gift Theft

The total value of lost gifts and property is estimated at $7,000 to $10,000

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, in cooperation with Crime Stoppers, is asking for the public's help in solving a theft in Molalla, Oregon.

Norway Condolence from RPP IMVURA

"...our thoughts and compassion are with the people of Norway at this very difficult and sad time".

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The Rwanda People’s Party wishes to express its condolences and deepest sympathy to the Government of Norway and the relatives and friends of the victims of Oslo and Utøya massacres.

The Rwanda People’s Party wishes to assure the Norwegian people and the people of Rwanda are with the them whole-heartedly.