Witness shot to death as girl targeted in DC
In Washington a 14 year old girl Jahkema Hansen was killed and a 12 year old girl wounded after police say the assailant believed the slain teen had witnessed a killing the day before. Franklin Thompson, 22, was arrested and charged with first degree murder. The shooting occurred near the Capitol amid a weekend of deadly violence in the same area.
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Kerry Throws Down Gauntlet in New Hampshire Race
Kerry attacks Dean over tax and foreign policy while Edwards labels Kerry Iraq stance inconsistent. Race tightens as voters in New Hampshire weigh front runner dynamics and the impact of post Iowa shifts amid Clark and Lieberman gains.
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Scientists marvel at Opportunity rover Mars images
NASA's Opportunity sent back its first Mars pictures from Pasadena after a dramatic landing. The surface appeared smooth and dark in places and strewn with light bedrock slabs while bounce marks from the airbags were visible. Scientists including Steven Squyres voiced astonishment as Gov. Schwarzenegger watched from mission control.
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Motel blaze kills six in Greenville
A five story Comfort Inn fire in Greenville began about 4 a.m. on the third floor. Six guests died and at least a dozen were injured, with four treated at a burn unit in Augusta. Standpipes and hoses existed but were not activated, and sprinklers were not required. Deputies evacuated seniors before flames trapped others.
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Mexico weighs Peace Corps aid despite 40 year silence
Mexico agrees to host the first U.S. Peace Corps volunteers, eschewing public roles and focusing on information tech, science and business development in research centers. Analysts say the move aims to ease tensions after Iraq and Fox seeks U.S. rapprochement.
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Madonna and Britney feud over kiss at French awards show
Madonna accepted a career award from Britney Spears at a French music awards show with no kiss this time and faced playful cracks from hosts. Christina Aguilera attended along with Seal Dido Kylie Minogue and Beyonce Knowles while Kyo won multiple prizes including best French language group.
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