First US case of mad cow disease confirmed by British lab
British Veterinary Laboratories Agency in Weybridge independently confirms the United States has its first case of mad cow disease. USDA says final Washington state test results due by week’s end. Investigators trace the cow’s birth to slaughter and hunt for the herd and markets connected to the animal.
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Beagle 2 Mars lander status uncertain after failed touchdown
London scientists using a radio telescope could not confirm Beagle 2 reached Mars as of Thursday night. Jodrell Bank scanned the Martian surface two hours from 4 p.m. UK time, amid hopes for the lander’s signal and continuing space research.
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Benin plane crash leaves at least eighty dead
A jet clipped a building on takeoff and plunged into the sea near Cotonou Benin killing at least 82, mostly Lebanese travelers home for the holidays. Transport Minister Ahmed Akobi said at least 24 survived as rescuers hunted bodies offshore through the night.
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Four Die in Tel Aviv Incident After Gaza Strike
A Palestinian passerby caused a fatal incident outside Tel Aviv minutes after Israeli missiles hit a car in Gaza. Four people died including a senior Islamic Jihad commander and four others. The events marked the first such clashes in the area.
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Musharraf Survives Second Assassination Attempt in Pakistan
President Pervez Musharraf escaped unharmed as two large bombs exploded near his convoy in Rawalpindi, killing 14 people. The attack followed a deal to quit as army chief by end of 2004. Musharraf vowed to fight extremists and secure the country with strong resolve.
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Rodeo Bus Trip Promises Fun For Goose Creek Seniors
Goose Creek district seniors may now apply for scholarships. The committee lists a final event a bus trip to the Rodeo on Baytown Night Thursday March 4 featuring Wynona Judd. The $35 fare covers admission, transport and bus refreshments. contact Baytown Chamber of Commerce at 281 422 8359 for details.
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Finley column recounts Bay City move and tree loss
The Bay City Tribune editor recalls moving to Bay City with two babies Robin and Scott, paying $100 weekly rent, finding a concrete foundation under the house, and choosing to keep or remove the old tree with his new artificial one as a compromise. Jim Finley notes his column runs Tuesday and Friday.
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