Clan fighting in Somalia kills at least 12 militiamen
Feuding factions in southern Somalia tied to the Habr Gedir Hawiye clan clash in Afgoe 18 miles southwest of Mogadishu. Hospitals report four gunmen killed Sunday and eight Monday in what authorities call cycle of revenge between Eyr and Suleiman sub clans led by Hussein Alidid, a U.S. citizen and former Marine reservist.
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Sailors Missing After Chinese Freighter Sinks
A state run newspaper reports 30 of 34 crew members on the Jade Sea missing after a February 7 sinking in the South China Sea. Four were rescued and more than 10 vessels search for the remaining crew including the captain.
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President Havel to undergo throat surgery this week
President Vaclav Havel will have surgery for a small abscess in his throat believed to cause recurring bronchitis. Doctors said his condition improved enough to operate by midweek and he remains hospitalized for an apparent viral infection after a narrow Jan. 20 re election by the Czech parliament.
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Netanyahu cleared as panel blames Mossad chief over botched Hamas hit
An inquiry panel fixed most blame on Mossad chief Danny Yatom for the September 25 failed Jordan hit on Hamas strategist Khalid Mashaal. Prime Minister Netanyahu, who approved the operation, must decide Yatom’s fate after reviewing a 300 page classified report. Jordanian officials demanded Yatom be fired and warned of ending security cooperation.
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Sinn Fein fights for place in Ireland peace talks
Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams defended efforts to keep the party at the Dublin Castle talks amid pressure from Britain to expel Sinn Fein over IRA killings. Mo Mowlam urged expulsion while Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern and Mitchell considered next steps as violence tests the peace process.
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Xuxa Pregnant Sparks Brazil Wide Attention
Brazilian TV idol Xuxa Meneghel, once a bold child star turned pop icon, announces pregnancy with partner Luciana Szafir. The revelation sparks debate over her influence, family models, and ongoing commercial ventures as 1998 earnings are projected to rise about 50 percent to $16 million.
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