Today in History March milestones and tragedies
On March 4 1789 the Constitution took effect as the first Federal Congress met in New York but adjourned for lack of a quorum In 1791 Vermont became the 14th state In 1861 Abraham Lincoln was inaugurated In 1908 a fire at Lake View School in Collinwood Ohio killed 172 children and three adults In 1925 Coolidges inauguration aired on 21 radio stations coast to coast In 1933 Roosevelt was inaugurated pledging to lead the country from the Great low mood In 1952 Ronald Reagan and Nancy Davis married In 1977 a massive earthquake in southern and eastern Europe killed about 1500 people.
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Navy fires missile at Somali town amid terror suspect hunt
The U.S. Navy fired at least one missile into a southern Somali town before dawn on Monday. Officials said the target was a known al Qaida terrorist, while residents reported eight people injured including four children after a home was destroyed. Pentagon spokesmen offered few details on the operation or casualties.
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Iran faces third UN sanctions over nuclear program
The U N Security Council adopted a third sanctions package against Iran for refusing to suspend uranium enrichment. The 14 to 0 vote with Indonesia abstaining targets individuals companies and equipment linked to Iran's nuclear program. Despite the censure Iran pledges to continue its program while U S Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice urges renewed Palestinian peace talks amid Gaza violence and a bid to secure a final Middle East deal before Bush leaves office.
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Two Dead at Wendy's Shooting in Palm Beach County
A gunman in a jacket tie and baseball cap opened fire inside a Wendy's during lunch, killing a paramedic who was returning for a toy and wounding five others. The 60-year-old shooter then killed himself. Authorities say it appeared random and not a robbery.
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Colombia Fight With neighbors escalates over Reyes killing
Venezuela and Ecuador expelled Colombian diplomats and pledged border measures after Colombia killed FARC leader Raul Reyes amid disputes over hostage talks. Colombia released seized documents alleging ties between rebels and neighboring governments including payments to the group and possible uranium dealings. Correa accused Colombia of violating sovereignty as regional mediation efforts and an OAS session were planned.
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Tiny Maud Island frogs breed at Wellington sanctuary
Maud Island frogs about fingernail size were found breeding at Karori Wildlife Sanctuary in Wellington, a first for the species. Researchers say predator-free fencing creates safe habitat mirroring their Marlborough Sounds home, boosting survival prospects for the rare frogs.
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Kansas Budget Grade Sparks Public Poll Question
The Pew Center assigns Kansas a B minus in a national budget management ranking. The poll asks readers to grade Kansas on budgets, staff, infrastructure, and information. A prior question asked if you donated to a political candidate. results: No. Visit www.jworld.com to vote.
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