Punxsutawney Phil sees shadow in Pennsylvania
The annual Groundhog Day sighting in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, shows Phil predicting six more weeks of winter after emerging from Gobbier's Knob in 33-degree chill. The scene drew crowds including Kathleen Perdy from Alliance, Ohio, whose son is deployed to the Middle East.
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Iraqi official signals readiness for U.N. talks on arms probe
Maj. Gen. Hossam Amin said Baghdad is keen to resolve pending issues in the U.N. weapons inspections but offered no new concessions. He indicated Iraq may have compromise proposals for talks with Hans Blix and Mohamed ElBaradei next weekend, while dismissing Powell's planned evidence as likely fabrications.
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Explosion Kills Forty in Lagos Bank Blast
A powerful explosion tore through a Lagos Island bank and adjoining high rise apartments, killing at least 40. Red Cross tallies 30 dead 32 injured with deaths rising. Police probe possible robbery motive as rescuers clear rubble amid chaos.
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Year of the Sheep kicks off amid firework tragedy in China
The Lunar New Year begins as explosions at a Guangdong street market kill seven and injure 21. A Harbin hotel fire kills 33 and wounds 10. Harbin hosts Ice Lantern Festival as millions celebrate with sheep themed promotions and new year items.
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U S military launches long term reconstruction in Afghanistan
U S forces begin a major plan to rebuild Afghanistan with long term projects. They will dig wells and repair roads and schools, coordinating from Gardez base while security remains a key goal. The move draws mixed views from aid agencies and raises questions about the mission’s messaging.
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Riots erupt in Ivory Coast as Kamara killing sparks protests
Abidjan police fired guns and tear gas to disperse hundreds of government loyalists opposing a peace deal with rebels. The body of TV host Ash Karamoko Kamara was found shot, fueling a week two flare up in Ivory Coast’s civil conflict.
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