Tribute for Allen Ginsberg draws thousands in San Francisco
A San Francisco crowd of over 2,000 gathered at Temple Emanu-El to honor poet Allen Ginsberg who died in New York on April 5 after a brief illness. Prominent writers including Gary Snyder Robert Hass and Lawrence Ferlinghetti spoke of his impact on modern poetry and politics.
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Grand Forks Flood Devours City as Red River Rises
Thousands flee as Red River surges through Grand Forks North Dakota. Water up to five feet floods streets and gutted blocks, while a major fire consumes downtown as crews battle flames from helicopters and flatbed trucks. Mayor Owens urges calm amid widespread outages and evacuations.
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Chaos in London as bomb threats shut rail stations and airports
London faces transport paralysis after bomb threats prompted the evacuation of four major rail hubs and two airports. No explosions or claim of responsibility were reported, though the IRA is suspected amid election tensions. Prime Minister Major urged seriousness while praising public resilience.
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West London and Central London Closed After Bomb Threat
A security alert closed west and central London while at Luton airport a bombing warning disrupted travel. Three planes diverted, and many flights were redirected to central England as passengers waited on the tarmac for clearance to disembark.
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Albino boa captured after weeks in Greenville home
A 10-foot albino boa constrictor kept a Greenville family anxious after moving in four weeks ago. Snake expert David Smith captured the reptile Sunday, saying he plans to add it to his collection while the family contemplates leaving the house due to safety fears and the snake’s newborns.
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