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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1997

Page

5

Rebels fail in dawn Zambia coup attempt at state radio

Mutinous soldiers led by Capt. Stephen Lungu announced a takeover as Operation Born Again. Loyalist troops stormed the state radio center, ousting the rebels and restoring control. 15 officers were arrested and one rebel was killed. Defense Minister called it a few undisciplined soldiers.

Lusaka Zambia Ben Mwila Stephen Lungu Frederick Chiluba Captain Solo Joseph Mulenga Lungu

McAleese Favored in Historic Irish Presidential Vote

In Dublin, Belfast born law professor Mary McAleese leads Fianna Fail campaign for Ireland’s ceremonial presidency. Her Northern Ireland roots fuel controversy as she emphasizes bridges while seeking national unity.

N. Ireland Dublin Ireland Northern Ireland Belfast Mary McAleese Fianna Fail McAleese Mary Robinson Republic

Drought Drives Fire Across Brazil's Amazon Region

In Manaus and across the Amazon, record drought and policies encouraging land burning fuel widespread fires. At Balbina dam reservoir trees dried then burned, with Abner Brandao de Souza of Ibama noting lakeside trees aflame as haze chokes 1.1 million residents. Estimates indicate at least 10 percent of the Amazon area has been destroyed.

Manaus Brazil Amazon Rain Amazon Balbina Dam Abner Brandao de Souza Ibama Environmental Protection Agency United States

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