Impasse over Palestinian militants darkens peace summit
In Jerusalem Secretary of State Rice pursued a symbolic peace summit but was boxed in by a split with Israel and Abbas over Hamas. Abbas insists on governing with Hamas while Washington demands renunciation of violence. Olmert echoed similar limits as talks aimed at a future Palestinian state faced uncertain timing.
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Four legged duck captivates Britain with extra limbs
In New Forest Hampshire farmer Nicky Janaway showcased Stumpy, an eight day old duckling with two additional legs. The unusual mutation allows him to run with wobbling stabilizers though survival in the wild is unlikely. Nearby, Thailand faced a string of coordinated blasts with 28 bombs, killing three and injuring over 50 as Pattani province saw fires and shootings tied to a southern insurgency. A separate blast at a central St Petersburg McDonald’s injured six, with officials unsure of motive.
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Explosives found near train that caught fire
An explosion on a train en route to Pakistan sparked a fire that destroyed two coaches and killed at least 64. Officials report two suitcases of crude bombs and gasoline were found, one in a burned coach and another on the track, in a conspiracy aimed at undermining India Pakistan peace talks.
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Year of the Pig welcomed across Asia on Lunar New Year
Across Beijing Hong Kong Taiwan and mainland communities welcomed the Year of the Pig with temple prayers dragon dances and fireworks. Beijingers burned incense at Lama and White Cloud Temples and enjoyed fairs while Hong Kong residents gathered for feasts at home and at Disneyland where Chinese attire and music filled the park. Taiwan worshippers prayed for luck as firecrackers sounded.
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Iran says U S will lose in Middle East
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told state television that the United States will not achieve its goals in the region. President Bashar Assad, visiting Tehran, accused Washington and Israel of undermining regional stability while Iran and Syria remain close allies amid Iraqi, Lebanese and Palestinian tensions.
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Deadliest U S helicopter crash in Afghanistan mourns eight killed
A U S military CH 47 Chinook crashed in Zabul province killing eight service members and injuring 14 others. Officials say no enemy fire detected though Taliban activity is present. Weather rain and snow hampered the investigation as troops secured the scene along the Kabul Kandahar highway.
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