UN urged to craft Congo peace plan amid turmoil
At the United Nations a growing set of Congo peace proposals surfaced as Security Council debate and regional violence continued. Kwame Nkrumah proposed a seven‑phase African U.N. command, while Liberia urged a 30‑day truce to enable talks. Patrice Lumumba’s widow sought UN protection as Leopoldville’s regime targeted supporters.
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Kashaura Seeks UN Protection Amid Congo Tensions
Katshaura sought and was granted UN protection after army moves to arrest him within 24 hours of Lumumba era actions. In Alexandria, University students attacked the Belgian consulate, tearing down the coat of arms and burning it before police intervened. In Marseilles, African students clashed with police outside the Belgian consulate. European basketball championship match Antwerp Belgium versus Beograd Yugoslavia expected.
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Malaya Calls Withdraw of Belgian Troops From Congo
The Malayan Government urged Belgium to pull its troops from the Congo. Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman warned the Congo crisis could explode unless peaceable nations act. He outlined a plan for a provisional government, an immediate ceasefire, release of political prisoners, and UN-led aid through the Congo.
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Protests in Jakarta condemn Lumumba killing and colonial policy
In Jakarta crowds denounce the assassination of Patrice Lumumba as a brutal act tied to Belgian and colonial interests. Statements from Saifuddin Zhuri and student associations condemn imperialist rule and demand punishment for those responsible.
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Retired West Indian Worrell bows out in Australia
Sir Learie Worrell retires from first class cricket after the Australia tour, ending 24 years in the game and 13 with the West Indies Test side. He praised Australia and hinted at a future return as team manager or spectator, amid a famous farewell at Manuka Oval.
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Soviet Space Ship Will Miss Venus
Tass reports the Soviet ship aimed for Venus is off course to miss the planet after contact late last night. The craft travels at 2.5 miles per second and radio contact occurs every five days as trajectory details and range estimates are shared.
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New Zealand Looks to Buy Cars from Australia
Melbourne report says Deputy Prime Minister Mrs J. R. Marshall discussed purchasing more Australian cars to ease the Australian motor industry downturn. Talks with Trade Minister Mr McEwen aimed at boosting cross‑country trade and examining an Export Development structure likely to be mirrored in New Zealand.
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New Zealand
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Victoria
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Puge
Man Dies In Palermo Shooting Believed Twin Mistaken Identity
A man killed on a busy Palermo street on Friday night was mistaken for his twin brother, police said. Two men have been arrested and charged with the killing.
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Canberra TV Channel Plans Fueled by National Development Board
Canberra Television Ltd will discuss channel allocation silos road access and service provisions site design and radiating equipment at a conference this week convened by the National Capital Development Commission.
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Woomera Locates Missing Polka Dot Satellite
The Woomera tracking station in South Australia said it traced the 12 ft diameter Polka Dot satellite by radio before one orbit. The U.S. launched the mixing balloon from Wallops Island, Virginia, aboard Discovery 20's mission. Hawaii aircraft were alerted to recover the capsule after its ejection next Tuesday.
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United States
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US Launches Discoverer 21 Satellite From Vandenberg
The United States fired Discoverer 21 into orbit from Vandenberg Air Force Base California. The satellite, launched under stop start control, marked the second Discoverer in 124 hours. Ground signals reignited its Agena B engine in orbit over Alaska at 18000 mph, a first for the program.
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Belgian cabinet collapses as Liberal ministers resign
The Belgian Catholic Liberal government falls after Liberal ministers resign and urge Prime Minister Gaston Eyskens to resign and present his resignation to King Baudouin. Observers expect Eyskens to form a new administration soon as preparations for a general election proceed.
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