Dust storms sweep southern Algeria to Europe in history
Today In History notes dust storms began in southern Algeria, carried to Denmark and Russia, depositing about 1.8 million tons on Europe. It recalls events: Kepler’s third law in 1618, Stamp Act passage in 1765, the Civil War HMS Merrimac sinking Cumberland in 1862, Rangoon fall in 1942, and key policy moves from 10, five, and one years ago.
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Iran's Prime Minister resigns after 32 months in office
Assa dulah Alam, Iran's prime minister for 32 months, resigned on Saturday. The shah appointed Hassan Ali Mansour, a parliament member, to succeed him. Alam said he was leaving the way open for fresher people to rule and noted his role in a landmark election that enabled women to vote for the first time.
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