Bomb kills 65 at Pakistan market in Quetta
A bomb hidden in a water tank ripped through a crowded vegetable market in Quetta’s Shiite neighborhood, killing at least 65 people and wounding nearly 200. Many wounded remain in critical condition as authorities note the attack targeted Shiites. This followed earlier Shiite bombings in the city that killed 86 and sparked protests.
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Karzai to ban airstrike requests by Afghan forces
President Hamid Karzai announced plans to bar Afghan security forces from seeking international airstrikes on residential areas. The move challenges reliance on foreign air power as NATO winds down, following a joint Afghan NATO operation that killed ten civilians in Kunar province.
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Obama to push economic agenda directly to voters
Weeks before the State of the Union, the White House plans a three day tour through Asheville North Carolina Decatur Georgia and Chicago to promote jobs wages and education. The approach bypasses Congress and relies on public persuasion backed by campaign apparatus to pressure Republicans.
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Russians begin recovery from meteor blast in Chelyabinsk
In Chelyabinsk Russia residents repair shattered windows after Friday morning meteor explosion. About 1200 injured, damage estimated at 33 million dollars. Volunteers mobilize over 24000 people to repair, supply warm clothes and food as crews from neighboring glass firms join in. Authorities aim to replace all broken windows within a week.
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