71-year-old nun arrested; spent $300,000 of church money on casinos, gifts, travel
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - A 71-year-old nun who co-wrote a popular marriage-preparation program was arrested on charges of improperly spending more than $300,000 US on casinos, gifts and air travel.
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