Weather, waves hinder cleanup near stranded tanker Jessica
Bad weather blocked oil cleanup around the tanker Jessica off the Galapagos as winds pushed thousands of gallons away from the fragile ecosystem. A giant wave damaged the bow, injuring the captain and bruising recovery workers while surf halted operations and the spill spread over an area larger than Los Angeles. The Galapagos chain lies 600 miles west of Ecuador.
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Pinochet Interrogated by Prosecution Judge in Chile
Gen Augusto Pinochet was questioned for two hours and fifteen minutes by Judge Juan Guzman in his Santiago mansion as prosecutors seek charges over human rights abuses linked to the Caravan of Death. Prosecutors say Pinochet denied responsibility amid a report listing about 3,200 political killings and 1,197 disappearances during his rule.
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Hindu festival draws millions to Ganges for royal bath
Hindu pilgrims thronged the Ganges River on Tuesday for the Royal Bathing Day of the Kumbh Mela. About 10 million were at the banks Monday, swelling as the 43 day festival’s sacred bathing time arrived at 3 20 p m. Pilgrims hope washing in the holy river will wash away sins and grant prayers.
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Ex-president Estrada barred from leaving Philippines banks frozen
Government bar on Jose Estrada leaving the country and freezing his bank accounts came as a corruption probe opened. A hold departure order was issued against Estrada his wife son and several associates. He faces alleged bribes and payoffs while in office. Thousands protested at two banks amid claims he planned to move a fortune.
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Congo's slain president laid to rest in Kinshasa
Laurent Kabila was buried after a state funeral as thousands mourned in Kinshasa. Soldiers guarding the palace, foreign delegations bearing wreaths, and an open coffin marked the somber ceremony. His son Joseph Kabila was named successor and expected to be inaugurated. The nation faces economic collapse and a civil war with regional involvement.
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Five Falun Gong followers set selves on fire in Tiananmen
State media report five alleged Falun Gong supporters burned themselves in Tiananmen Square as Lunar New Year neared. One woman died and four others were injured. Protesters were said to come from Henan, while Falun Gong and CNN coverage faced denials and controversy over the act.
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Killings delay peace talks in Middle East
The Baltimore Sun reports Israel suspends peace talks with the Palestinians after two young Tel Aviv restaurateurs are killed in the West Bank town of Tulkarm. The move comes amid Israel's Feb. 6 elections and fears of a shift in leadership as Ehud Barak withdraws ministers for consultations.
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