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Copiapó, Chile mining accident: in depth

August 7, 2018 0 Comments

Wednesday, October 13, 2010 The rescue of the Chilean miners trapped in the San José Mine in Copiapó, codenamed Operación San Lorenzo (San Lorenzo Operation), began on Tuesday night, at around 20:00 local time (23:00 UTC). Florencio Ávalos was the first miner to be rescued, at 00:12 local time (03:12 UTC) on Wednesday. He was wearing a shirt signed by all his fellow miners. "The first miner...

Italy and France draw 1-1; Italy wins FIFA World Cup on penalties

August 6, 2018 0 Comments

Sunday, July 9, 2006 Italy converted five immaculate penalties to win the 2006 FIFA World Cup after a drawn game and thirty minutes of extra-time in the spectacular arena of the Olympiastadion Berlin, Sunday. French captain Zinedine Zidane did not help his team when, 20 minutes into extra time, he lost control of his emotions and got a red card after ramming his head into the chest of Italian...

China threatens to take action over US-Taiwan deal

August 5, 2018 0 Comments

Sunday, January 31, 2010 China has stated that they will cease all military exchanges with the United States in response to a US$6.4 billion (NT$204 billion) weapons deal with Taiwan going ahead. He Yafei, Chinese Vice-Foreign Minister, said that there would be a "serious negative impact" with regards to the relationship between the US and China. ...a seriously negative impact on many...

Junk food to be banned in English schools

August 5, 2018 0 Comments

Saturday, October 1, 2005 The British Education Secretary, Ruth Kelly, announced during the week that junk food is to be banned from schools in England from September 1st 2006. Items such as crisps, sweets, chocolate bars and chewing gum are expected to be among the items banned. Junk foods are classified as those high in fat, salt or sugar. Recently the British government committed £280m to...

Swedish man uses webcam to broadcast suicide live on internet

August 5, 2018 0 Comments

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 A 21-year-old Swedish man killed himself and broadcast it over the internet via his webcam feed Monday, after posting to a message board that he had swallowed some painkillers and was going to hang himself. At 11:51 a.m. Central European Summer Time (0951 UTC), Marcus Jannes, a student from Järna, Stockholm, posted to the Mental Health Problems forum of Sweden's...

Pennsylvania cop on trial for allegedly murdering girlfriend’s estranged husband

September 16, 2017 0 Comments

Tuesday, March 10, 2009 The trial began today for a Pennsylvania state trooper accused of killing his girlfriend's estranged husband. Kevin Foley, 43, is accused of cutting the throat of John Yelenic, a dentist who was in the final stages of finalizing a divorce from his wife, Michele. According to prosecutors, Foley "loathed Dr. Yelenic" so much that he asked another fellow trooper to help him...

Convenience, Environment And Staff Members Of A Dental Clinic

September 15, 2017 0 Comments

Convenience, Environment and Staff Members of a Dental Clinic by davidalawrenceIf you were to think about what are the key things to consider when choosing a dental clinic, then, by all means, think about what is written above. Chances are, you will be surprised by the fact that these are true and the fact that if you were to look for a dental clinic, then, these three things are the best things...

Sturdy Lumber And Design Ideas For Fences

September 14, 2017 0 Comments

See More About: Deck Builders Brisbane Brisbane Deck Builder Sturdy Lumber and Design Ideas for Fences by Adelwolf SmithImportance of Fences Split rail fences were used to lock in horses and livestock and they are still, used for that purpose. They make a great accent to landscaping and are very functional, as well. They also define your property lines and protect your garden, with the help of,...

News briefs:August 7, 2005

September 14, 2017 0 Comments

Wikinews Shorts: November 13, 2008

September 14, 2017 0 Comments

A compilation of brief news reports for Thursday, November 13, 2008. Contents 1 Study shows that carrying excess fat around waist increases risk of early death 2 EU abolishes rules banning oddly-shaped fruit 3 Vase bought for £1 sells for £32,450 4 Blackwater may pay financial penalties for improper arms shipments Contribute to Wikinews by expanding these briefs or add a new one. A new...