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By Jeny Varughese Staff Writer

‘Don’t ask, don’t tell’ challenged

Judge Virginia A. Philips of federal district court of California issued an injunction to stop the U.S. military from enforcing the “don’t ask, don’t tell policy.”

According to Judge Philips, the 17-year-old policy violates the rights of due process and freedom of speech.

“Don’t ask, don’t tell,” was originally a compromise measure to loosen homosexuality policies in the military.

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Insurance may rise for children

Insurance premiums could rise for sick children if state laws allow it.

In September, the Obama administration said insurers could establish open-enrollment periods where they can enroll all children. Now, the policy states higher premiums for children enrolled outside the open-enrollment period.

Insurers agree on helping to pay for the treatment of pre-existing conditions.

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Mozilo agrees to settle case

Angelo R. Mozilo, former chief executive of Countrywide Financial agreed to pay $67.5 million to settle a fraud case brought by a Securities and Exchange Commission last year.

The deal came four days before a scheduled jury trial in Los Angeles. David Sambol, the former president of Countrywide, and Eric Sieracki, the former chief financial officer were also among the accused who also settled their case.

The defendants were not present for the court hearing and were represented by lawyers.

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This Week At Cabrini

Thursday, Oct. 21

Empowerment workshop

Learn how to make your dreams a reality in Xavier Hall through this workshop from 7 p.m.-8 p.m.

Campus Ministry’s fall open house

Meet the staff of campus ministry from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and share a snack and see their new space at the Office of Campus Ministry on the third floor of Founders Hall.

Sunday, Oct. 24

Freak Week: Ghost hunters in the mansion

Explore Cabrini’s haunted mansion with CAP Board at 8 p.m. and discover why students won’t go in alone.

Mass

Celebrate mass from 7 p.m.-8 p.m.

Peace talks with U.S., Afganistan

Senior Taliban leaders are being helped by the U.S. to attend initial peace talks with the Afghanistan government in Kabul. Senior American officials are using caution but acknowledged that the reconciliation efforts are important.

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Soliders accused of killing Afghans

American army soldiers have been accused of killing Afghan civilians for sport. Soldiers say

Friday, Oct. 22

Freak Week: Trip to Terror Behind the Walls

If you dare, join CAP Board at 7 p.m. and experience the Terror behind the Walls at Philadelphia’s Eastern State Penitentiary. Pick up your $20 tickets in the SEaL office.

Monday, Oct. 25

Freak Week: Ghost hunters

Join CAP Board and a professional ghost hunter to see if Cabrini is really haunted at 8 p.m.

Championship Fair Trade Wallyball tournament they took orders from a ringleader. Five lower-ranked platoon members who were accused stated that they are not guilty.

Head to the Dixon Center from 3:30 p.m.5:30 p.m. to watch the final teams face off in the Wallyball Tournament.

Staff Sgt. Calvin R. Gibbs, ringleader, had already killed three Afghans according to the NYTimes.

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Chilean miners brought to surface

All 33 of the miners trapped in a mine in Chile have been safely brought to the surface. The San Jose mine collapsed on Aug. 5.

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Saturday, Oct. 23

Paintball

Release your inner G.I. Joe from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on the paintball field. All equipment and transportation is provided.

Tuesday, Oct. 26

Central Pa. fall teacher job fair

A job fair for teachers will be held at Penn State University in State College, Pa. For more information, visit www.MAEEonline.org

By Jeny Varughese Staff Writer

Corrections officer locked behind bars

Lydell B. Sherrer, N.J. department of corrections officer, is behind bars after being charged for taking bribes of more than $18,000.

FBI has been keeping tabs on Sherrer’s activities since May 2010, with the help of a confidential worker who recorded the conversations. REad ThE ORIgInaL sTORy On phILLy

Annual pay raise approved for firefighters

Philadelphia firefighters will receive annual raises for the next three years and a fouryear contract renewal.

According to Bill Gault, president of International Association of Fire Fighters, the award is fair and addresses needs of firefighters and paramedics.

No changes will be made for current firefighters however, new hires will have the option of joining new pension plans.

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Cabrini given grant from Pa. Liquor Board

Cabrini College was awarded a $15,000 grant from Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board to help prevent underage and high-risk drinking.

PLCB has awarded total of $80,500 since 2005 for many different programs, including the peer educator led P.A.R.T.Y. (Promoting Alcohol Responsibility Through You).

“We are extremely grateful to continue our wonderful relationship with the PLCB, and we are proud to receive grant funding for the sixth consecutive year,” Chris Hyson, director of Health and Wellness Education, said.