Pope apologizes to Irish sex abuse victims
VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Benedict apologized on Saturday to victims of child sex abuse by Irish clergy, saying he felt "shame and remorse." Full Article
Opposition "red shirts" try to win over Thai capital
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thousands of opposition activists paraded through Thailand's sprawling capital on Saturday in a bid to win over of Bangkok's middle classes to their anti-government campaign. Full Article
TSX falls below 12,000 as commodities slide
TORONTO (Reuters) - Toronto's main stock index ended lower for a second straight session on Friday, dropping below the 12,000 mark as weak commodity prices hit heavily weighted petroleum and metal producers. Full Article
Canada's Conservatives see larger lead: poll
VANCOUVER (Reuters) - Canada's Conservative government holds a clear lead in public support, but it appears to be due largely to weakness of the second-place Liberals, according to a poll released on Thursday. Full Article
