Moscow collapse

Moscow, Feb. 23 (Reuters): A Moscow market roof collapsed today, possibly under the weight of snow, killing at least 49 people and trapping many in the rubble.

Rescue workers were searching for survivors trapped under the market’s ruins.

US appeal

Kathmandu: The US on Thursday asked the seven-party alliance to reconsider its 12-point understanding with the Maoists and look at ways to patch up with King Gyanendra, reports our correspondent.

France flu

Versailleux, France (Reuters): France said on Thursday a suspected outbreak of H5N1 bird flu had decimated thousands of turkeys at a farm in the east of the country.