Chile Shaken by Magnitude 7.1 Quake Triggers Tsunami Fears
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southern Chile near Arau cania, causing power and cell service outages but no immediate deaths or damage. Officials report no tsunami alert and monitor ongoing. Pacific center says no destructive tsunami expected as tens of thousands evacuate for higher ground.
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GOP agenda for 2011 aims to reshape votes in 2012
The Incoming GOP led House plans to cut spending roll back Obama care and curb federal rules. Senate action remains uncertain with Democrats still holding a smaller edge. Key leaders Issa Upton Rogers Noem push investigations and oversight to showcase GOP governance.
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Netanyahu proposes nonstop talks with Abbas for final peace
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls for continuous direct negotiations with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas until a final peace agreement is reached. Abbas rejects the plan unless a settlement freeze is included, urging near total withdrawal from the West Bank and east Jerusalem. The two leaders differ on core issues and process.
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Pakistan coalition collapses as MQM quits government
Pakistan's ruling coalition loses its majority after the MQM pulls out of President Zardari's government. The move threatens stability, weakens the fight against extremism, and increases U S reliance on the pro Western administration amid military influence.
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Spirit rover on Mars may not wake up again after decade of silence
NASA keeps listening for a Spirit signal as the Mars rover, stuck in a sand trap since 2009, nears its 7th anniversary on Mars. Mission chief scientist Steve Squyres and NASA officials caution the craft may be dead, though orbiters continue daily passive listening.
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