Coalition advances as Baghdad holds ground amid strikes
Saddam remained in Baghdad overnight with no organized resistance reported by Navy Capt. Frank Thorp. U S forces held the New Presidential Palace while airstrikes continued. Reporting from Al Jazeera noted its office hit. Abu Dhabi TV and Palestine Hotel offices were struck. Reuters journalists injured.
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Saddam aide speaks as Baghdad battle rages outside hotel
Reports describe Mohammed Saeed al Sahhaf arguing Iraq would not surrender despite a hotel strike. Marines seize a Baghdad prison, find uniforms and chemical suit gear, face RPG and sniper fire near dawn. Evidence of possible chemical weapon material tested near Hindiyah, first such find if confirmed.
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Baghdad siege and Basra fall mark turning point in Iraq war
United States and British forces push into Baghdad and Basra as fighting intensifies. Marines suffer casualties near Baghdad while Saddam's regime clings to state media. Basra falls after a two week siege with civilians welcoming the invaders. A nerve gas site is reportedly under testing as plans for an interim authority take shape.
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Masters rain forces practice round cancellation at Augusta
Spectators and players faced crowding as officials canceled the practice round at Augusta National due to wet weather. Rich Beem voiced disappointment at being unable to practice on one of golf's great venues as showers and thunderstorms threaten more delays. Howell remained hopeful for a late-day window to practice if conditions improve.
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