Oldest known Homo sapiens fossils found in Ethiopia
Scientists report that two fossils from the Omo sites in southwestern Ethiopia are about 195000 years old, making them the oldest modern looking human remains. The findings align the fossil record with genetic estimates of Homo sapiens origin near 200000 years ago.
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John Fleagle
Stony Brook University
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City
Ian McDougall
Australian National University
Canberra
Sri Lankan baby reunited with parents after tsunami custody case
Four month old Abilass known as Baby 81 was returned to Jenita and Murugupillai Jeyarajah after DNA tests confirmed parentage. The couple had fought for custody since the Dec 26 tsunami tore the child from his mother. They celebrated at court and visited a Hindu temple, thanking providence and recalling their destroyed home.
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Sri Lanka
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Kyoto pact supporters push U S join world climate accord
In Kyoto Japan supporters mark the pact and urge Washington to join the global emissions crackdown. They vow further steps as the agreement nears its 2012 expiration while noting the U S refusal to participate remains a hurdle. Environment ministers highlight the need for a global approach to climate change.
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Mall of America proposes casino as part of expansion
Mall of America owners seek a $1 billion expansion including a casino hotel concert hall ice rink indoor golf and gardens. The plan hinges on state and possibly voter approval for a casino with Gov. Pawlenty proposing a northern Minnesota tribal partnership but not endorsing the mall project. Local lawmakers oppose unless a city vote is held.
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Minnesota
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Twin Cities
Circuit City jet crashes killing eight near Pueblo
A Circuit City jet crashed in freezing drizzle near Pueblo airport killing eight aboard including four company employees. Investigators heard popping noises before the Cessna Citation C560 went down around 9 am. The Richmond Virginia origin flight's cause remains unknown.
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Steve Bryant
Richmond, Va
Circuit City Stores Inc
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