Washington gears up for Obama’s date with destinyWASHINGTON - With Barack Obama set to make history as the first black president of America, Washington DC is agog with preparations that involve more than 13,000 participants in 90 military, musical, cultural and community groups from all over the US who will participate in the inaugural parade Jan 20. It’s a privilege to see first African American president: BushWASHINGTON - Outgoing US President George W. Bush in a final press conference before leaving office said he felt honoured to witness the ‘historic moment in racial relations’ with the swearing-in of the United States’ first black president. Marine algae most promising bet for green fuelWASHINGTON - Scientists see marine algae as the most promising bet for a green fuel that would help ease the dependence on fossil fuel and power vehicles of the future. Bush urges India, Pakistan to show restraintWASHINGTON - US President George W. Bush telephoned Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari Wednesday in an attempt to ease tensions following the November terrorist attack in Mumbai. Israel’s Gaza offensive enters second day, 271 killed (Third lead)GAZA CITY - Israeli aircraft pounded the Gaza Strip for the second day Sunday, hitting a Hamas headquarters in Gaza City, witnesses said, and bringing to 22 the number of attacks launched against the Islamist movement since Saturday. |
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