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St. Paul's harbors a quietly astonishing memorial to the heroic efforts of those who worked to clear the wreckage of the Twin Towers--and to their volunteer caregivers.

After the attacks of 9/11, St. Paul's Chapel became the impromptu site of memorials and a ministry for the recovery workers who toiled in the pit that marked Ground Zero.

It's hard not to love Evil Dead: The Musical. What started out as a Fringe Festival Show in Toronto has made the leap to Off-Broadway, and now it's arrived in Vancouver.

Here are some hints --some more obvious than others-- to help geocachers find those frustrating and pesky DNF's, increase their luck, and rid the world of frowny faces.

Lower Manhattan has much to offer the visitor to New York . Explore Battery Park or the Financial District, visit Ground Zero, take a boat trip to The Statue of Liberty.

Check out Times Square, The Empire State Building, Central Park and more in an action packed long weekend or stopover in New York.

Production is well under way for the documentary film about 9/11 First Responders struggling with health problems.

"In the Shadow of No Towers" is Spiegelman's reflection upon the collision of World and Personal Histories that he witnessed on 9/11.

New York City's Greenwich Village is a must visit. Here's a quick tour through Greenwich Ave packed with delicious restaurants, bars, and alternative 9/11 history.

Even for a weekend New York is a fantastic choice to unwind. You will discover a wonderful world of entertainment and cosmopolitan beauty that will charm you.

Whether traveling alone or with friends, the island has plenty to offer. Enjoyment abounds from the Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud to countless historic temples.

For visitors who like provocative, electrifying live shows, Calgary, Alberta, offers many companies which will fit the bill, each with their own unique merits.

The 14th Art of War Fighting Championship treats Asian combat sports fans to a world-class mixed martial arts event at The Venetian in Macau on September 26th, 2009.

When visiting New York City, it's easy to stay in the Midtown area. But if you venture off the beaten track, you will find the real jewel of NYC - the downtown area.

Studies show that exposure to the airborne toxins generated by the WTC attacks triggered the development of sarcoidosis and sarcoidosis-like respiratory diseases.

These ten Christmas comedy songs may help put a smile on even the biggest holiday Grinch. Sing along around the tree with these irreverent novelties.

This sculpture at NYC's Battery Park is a hauntingly powerful depiction of sailors drowning after a Nazi U-Boat attacked their American merchant ship during World War II.

Moore has called 'Sicko' a "comedy about 45 million people with no health care in the richest country on earth."

Moore takes on the U.S. health care system with a film that promises to be as controversial as "Farenheit 9/11" and "Bowling for Columbine." Can it alter views on health?

The catastrophe of 9-11 is now a connective emotion, one that brings objects and memory together in a bridge of support. Memories linger; but objects can soothe victims.

This stunning film focuses on a man with a passion for his dream; it's remarkable also for showing a feat that would be impossible these days.

More movies that every animation fan should know.

Through modern science, the DNA of everyone on the planet can be traced back to one part of Africa, proving we are all one big family.

New York City shuts down some roads so residents and visitors alike can enjoy a day of biking through the skyscrapers and neighborhoods of the Big Apple.

Former Audioslave, Chris Cornell, exits the Soundgarden of early 90's grunge and dines at Timbaland's beat table on new experimental album 'Scream'.

Learn about static shocks and some practical tips to minimize their frequency and severity in winter.

Follow these helpful Gear Care tips to keep your backpack in shape and get years of service out of it.

Review of Michael Moore's latest documentary, Sicko.It takes on a subject that is near and dear to most people - health care.

On trips to New York City, include sightseeing visits of "To the Struggle Against World Terrorism" Memorial at Harbor View Park, on the Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor.

Protest, chants and cheers for Pope's visit. Thousands of police officers deployed to keep Pope Benedict safe during his three-day visit to New York City.

With films such as Born on the Fourth of July, JFK, Nixon, and Platoon, is Oliver Stone vying for "Filmmaker Laureate" by capturing and marketing America's history?

The 21st edition of the 'Journées du Patrimoine en Wallonie' highlights Art Nouveau to 21st century architectural concepts.

Mary Jo Salter's 1984 poem uses strategically chosen adjectives and nouns to reveal the country's nearly invisible historical and economic divide.

The historical mining ghost-town of Sandon, in south central BC, western Canada, shone awhile as a popular tourist attraction. Now it's a dump. Literally. What happened?

The Sept. 11 Education Trust, in cooperation with educators, has compiled a 9/11 curriculum for middle school and high school students.

New York, the shopping capital of the world, has something for all budgets. Here is a guide to some of the top stores and a couple of places for the bargain hunter.

Brazil, a simmering blend of samba, sand and sensational food has been further seasoned by the arrival of Japanese migrants about 100 years ago.

A tireless campaigner with her own tragic story, Tania Head fought for recognition of the suffering of 9/11 survivors. But this "heroine" was harboring a dark secret.

Lorin Maazel and Dietlinde Turbin-Maazel created Chateauville Foundation at Castleton Farms in Rappahannock County, Virginia, about an hour's drive from Washington, DC.

Millions of tourist each year come to see the greatest collection of skyscrapers in the world that together combine to form Manhattan's instantly recognizable skyline.

Materialization of mystical companions during experiences of extreme stress is evidence of the brain's ability to turn on its survival mechanism or Angel Switch.

Roland Emmerich's 2012 is an action-movie busting at the seams with special effects, suspense, and epic doom. It works.

It's been suggested that movies reflect the age in which they were made. The current trend for visceral horror perhaps holds a mirror up to these darker times.

Going "Green" is the latest trend taking root across the globe. There are many easy ways to get involved, support the environment, and save some money in the process!

Between the release of the Beatles' previous album, Help! and Rubber Soul the world of music changed. Rubber Soul is the album that marks the move from pop to rock music.

Katsuhiro Otomo's love of manga and cinema came together in the 1980s. The early volumes of his Akira manga are closely linked with his later anime adaptation.

A consideration of the pros and cons associated with mountaintop coal leads to . . . wind energy?

The New York VFR corridor is one of the best recreational flights in the US, but it's also one of the busiest airspaces. Read some hints and tips on flying the corridor.

Los Angeles - ground zero. Today's Hollywood is a lot different from the days of the 'silver screen'. What has changed the public's appetite so drastically?

New York City is the unofficial home of American Folk Music, as folkies through the 20th century have gone there to find like hearts and share their music.