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Earth Day 2009 celebrated around the globe
Today is the 39th observance of Earth Day in the northern hemisphere. Earth day is celebrated in Autumn on November 30 in the southern hemisphere. Senator Gaylord Nelson initiated the first Earth Day in April 1970 in the United States, and it is now celebrated by over 1 billion people in over 170 countries worldwide.
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Mountaineers 'Climb Up' for AIDS funding
To raise funding and awareness for children living with AIDS in Africa, the tallest mountain peak in every state in the United States will be scaled this spring. The American Foundation for Children with AIDS , in partnership with the American Alpine Institute, is sponsoring "Climb Up the 50."
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Egyptian archaeologist finds artifacts which may lead to Cleopatra's tomb
Zahi Hawass, Egypt's pre-eminent archaeologist revealed the first ancient artifacts which may lead to the discovery of Cleopatra and Marc Antony's resting place. The expion has found amulets, 22 bronze coins cast with Cleopatra's image and her name, a royal statue, an alabaster mask resembling Marc Antony, and a statue bust of Cleopatra.
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Tonga renews emergency regulations
The Tongan government has extended the state of emergency in the capital, Nukuʻalofa, for another month. The move has been criticised as unnecessary by the chairman of the Tonga Civil Society Forum, Drew Havea. He says that life is now back to normal in the capital, and blames a group of Nukuʻalofa businessmen for the rollover.
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