Islanders told to flee from volcano in Montserrat
British governor Anthony Abbott ordered about 100 residents of Salem Friths Fleming and Old Towne to evacuate within three days amid fears of a major eruption of Soufriere Hills. Critics accuse London of delaying housing and shelter plans while Britain pledges to rebuild a new capital in the north.
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Berlin university study on Diana iconic status
Berlin Free University hosts a semester of lectures titled Myth and Poles Diana from the Princess of Wales to the Queen of Hearts. Professors Sigrid Koch-Baumgarten and Sabine Berghahn organize experts from history literature sociology psychology and political science to explore Diana’s mythmaking and its political impact. The series begins Thursday with Own World and Hidden Meaning and will discuss Diana as feminist republican and cultural icon, plus comparisons to Eva Peron and Queen Luise.
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Typhoon Linda devastates southern Vietnam towns
Typhoon Linda struck Ca Mau and Kien Giang provinces causing widespread destruction. In Song Doc and surrounding areas mangled timber and twisted steel litter the coast as fishermen face high losses. Death toll stands at 120 with up to 1,000 missing and 217,000 homes damaged or destroyed. Authorities warn the disaster may worsen.
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