Russia begins work on first space station module
Russia set to launch the Zarya propulsion and control module from Baikonur at 1 40 am as the United States and 15 other nations push toward assembling the International Space Station in orbit. The plan foresees 45 launches over five years and a total build cost around 40 to 50 billion dollars with US funding and Russian participation shaping the project.
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Four preschoolers killed in fire at Alabama commune dorm
Flames swept a girls dormitory at Holyland commune in Emelle Alabama killing four preschoolers. A 10 year old accidentally knocked over a lamp starting the blaze. Investigators found no sprinklers or detectors. 53 children and 20 adults were inside. Leaders face years of lawsuits and prior fires as residents mourn and vow to rebuild.
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