Stories for February 8th 2006

Wednesday, February 8th 2006 - 20:00 UTC

Haitians flock to landmark polls

Haitians voted in overwhelming numbers in an election aimed at restoring democracy in the impoverished nation, swamping officials who struggled to cope with the large turnout.

Wednesday, February 8th 2006 - 20:00 UTC

Bolivia: Morales Asks U.S. to Reconsider Aid Cuts

President Evo Morales asked the United States on Tuesday to reconsider a proposed cut in anti-drug aid to Bolivia, and called on the world to strengthen drug-fighting alliances.

Wednesday, February 8th 2006 - 20:00 UTC

Antarctic krill benefit environment

A British study finds Antarctic krill -- a shrimp-like animal vital to the Southern Ocean food chain -- absorb and transfer more carbon than thought.

Wednesday, February 8th 2006 - 20:00 UTC

Record bid flight takes off

Millionaire adventurer Steve Fossett took off in an experimental plane on Wednesday on an 80-hour flight that he hopes will set a nonstop distance record.

Wednesday, February 8th 2006 - 20:00 UTC

Falklands' MPs visit cancelled by terrorism debate

The visit to the Falkland Islands of three British Members of Parliament scheduled for mid February had to be cancelled because of an important terrorism vote in the House next Wednesday.

Wednesday, February 8th 2006 - 20:00 UTC

Argentina confirms FAM outbreak in Corrientes

Argentine sanitary officials announced Wednesday strict control measures in the northeastern province of Corrientes following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease.