Today in History: Maine explosion and other events
On February 15 1898 the battleship Maine exploded in Havana Harbor killing over 260 crew and pushing the U S toward war with Spain. In 1764 St Louis was founded by Pierre Laclede and Auguste Chouteau. In 1965 Canada unfurled its maple leaf flag in Ottawa. In 1989 the Soviet Union said its last troops left Afghanistan after more than nine years of intervention.
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Nixon Profile Skews Toward Inner Demons and Shakespearean Contrast
The History channel profiles Nixon in Nixon: A Presidency Revealed, featuring Kissinger comparing him to a Shakespearean figure. It highlights Nixon’s rare public nerves, strategic mind, and dark sides, while omitting key episodes such as his prosecution of Alger Hiss and the 1950 California Senate race.
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Mobile short films lure viewers at 3GSM conference
At 3GSM in Barcelona the GSM Association and Sundance Institute showcased short films fit for two inch square screens. Bollywood and Hollywood talent connect with mobile audiences as creators tout cheaper, digital distribution and new venues beyond niche theaters.
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Legal War Over Anna Nicole Smith Body Heats Up
Fort Lauderdale judges in Florida and California issued rulings as lawyers press for control of Anna Nicole Smith s body. Three claimants seek custody executor Howard Stern estranged mother Vergie Arthur and photographer Larry Birkhead contend for burial or paternity. The body remains in Broward County as decomposing, unembalmed remains are kept refrigerated until a ruling.
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Franken Announces 2008 US Senate Bid From Minnesota
Comedian Al Franken declares he will run for the Democratic nomination to challenge Republican Norm Coleman for the U S Senate in 2008. He aims to convince skeptics he takes the office seriously and will work for working families over the next 20 months.
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al Franken
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Journal World contact numbers and channels
Local staff can share story ideas by email or via the feedback form at ljworld com. Readers are advised to contact departments for local news city government county government Kansas University Lawrence schools or obituaries using the listed phone numbers.
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Poll on bully law and official language gains votes
Today readers weigh in on whether the state should adopt a law against bullies and designate English as the official language. Yesterday's poll asked about English designation and the winner was Yes. Visit www.ijworld.com to cast more responses.
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Celebrity birthdays listed for notable figures
Actress Jane Seymour turns 56 and other stars mark birthdays including Har vey Korman at 80 and Melissa Manchester at 56. Simpsons creator Matt Groening is 53, Janice Dickinson 52, Michael Reynolds Pinmonkey 43, Michael Easton 40, Renee O Connor 36, Sarah Wynter 34, and Brandon Boyd of Incubus 31.
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