Massive Siberian lava flood tied to greatest extinction
A Science report by UK and Russian scientists links the Permian Triassic die off, about 90 percent of species, to a vast flood basalt event in Siberia. Drilled samples show the lava basin beneath the Traps is corelated to the same 250 million year old lava, implying a flood twice as large and long lasting as once thought.
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U.S. diplomat urges India to match Pakistan’s restraint
Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage urged India to refrain from war, while shelling continued in Kashmir and at least 14 people were killed. Armitage said he will press India for similar assurances during upcoming talks with Prime Minister Vajpayee.
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Russia Gains Market Economy Status From United States
The Bush administration will grant Russia market economy status, aligning treatment with major trading partners in trade disputes. The move follows EU designation and aims to boost Russia toward WTO membership. Putin welcomed the step as a strong impulse to bilateral ties while Russian officials cited past export losses due to hesitations.
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