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At midnight Tuesday, the African union extended the deadline for a peace pact aimed at resolving violence in Sudan’s Darfur region, where rebel groups have claimed thousands of lives. The extension comes after the United Sates, Britain and Libya pressed the Sudanese government to reach a compromise. Although rebel groups want regional autonomy and more power in central government the Sudanese agree with this peace movement.
Out of the Middle East on Tuesday came a statement from Iran saying that if they are attacked by the United States, Israel will be it’s first target. This reaffirms the Iranian president’s call for Israel to be wiped off the map. President Bush has said a military option remains on the table if Iran does not agree to international demands for it to stop enriching uranium and open its nuclear program to inspections. However, Bush said he wants to solve the dispute through diplomacy.
Relatives of coal miners killed in January’s Sago Mine disaster spoke of heroes and heartbreak Tuesday as they asked an investigation panel to look for ways to ensure others don’t endure similar pain. Families are looking for truth about what really happened in the mine. West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin said at the public hearing that a joint state and federal investigation into the incident is ongoing and that he has asked for a report to be completed by July 1. The report will detail what happened at the Sago Mine and recommend mine-safety improvements.
In LA sports news, Rival groups representing Anaheim and the city of Los Angeles are making pitches to the national Football League owners committee in Dallas. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa says the Los Angeles Coliseum is a clear choice for the NFL. Villarigosa promises renovation and the capability to hold Super Bowls and USC-UCLA games. While Anaheim city spokesperson boasts a platinum triangle with the addition of a football team. However it is up to the NFL to decide whether an expansion team or existing team would come to Los Angeles. The decision will come during a meeting on May 22nd.
The happiest place on earth welcomed its two billionth visitor on Tuesday. This made the day of young Emmalee Mason of Colorado who was greeted by Mickey Mouse and a golden key to the magic kingdom. She also received a lifetime pass to all eleven Disney Parks.
In Biola news Chapel on Friday will feature composers Keith and Kristyn Getty
Keith Getty is an Irish composer whose hymns, such as "In Christ Alone” are sung in churches throughout the world. Kristyn Getty is a young contemporary gospel singer whose talent has led to both solo performance and leading worship, as well as occasionally diversifying into the worlds of jazz and Celtic music. Both chapels will be held in the gym!
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