Five years after terrorists wrought death from clear skies, the US began its observation of a solemn anniversary today, with plans for silent reflection and fresh mourning for the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001.

Angry New York firefighters today criticised a book that accuses some of their colleagues of looting after the September 11 terror attacks.

US fire and police union officials have expressed concerns that former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani’s appearance at a screening of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s new film might suggest it has links with a September 11 charity.