Musharraf declares himself Pakistan's supreme leader
General Pervaiz Musharraf seized control in a bloodless coup announcing a state of emergency and army rule. He suspended the constitution dissolved parliament and barred challenges to his authority while the president remains figurehead. Courts stay open but cannot oppose the army. International calls for civilian rule continue.
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South Pole rescue delayed by record cold spell
Weather at the South Pole dropped to minus 76 degrees delaying the evacuation of Dr Jerri Nielsen the only physician at Amundsen Scott station. Two LC 130 cargo planes stand by at McMurdo but must wait for a warmer weather window as temperatures linger below the minus 58 degree threshold needed for aircraft operation. Nielsen reportedly has been self treating cancer symptoms with chemotherapy since a prior supplies airdrop.
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al Science Foundation
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China tests long range ballistic missile with U S reach
A Hong Kong paper reports China conducted computer simulations of the Dongfeng-41 ICBM capable of 7,400 miles with five to eight warheads. Deployment may occur in five years. live tests undecided. The piece notes a separate Dongfeng-31 display and possible service in two years.
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World Digest China to press WTO bid in European talks
President Jiang Zemin will meet leaders of Britain France and Portugal to push China into the World Trade Organization and sign an oil deal during a Saudi trip. He departs Monday for a two week tour via Morocco Algeria and Saudi Arabia.
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