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الأحد، 4 مارس 2012

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Previously unknown Mozart piece discovered in Austria
UN probe finds both sides committed war crimes in Libyan conflict
Eighth body found after plane crashes in southern Chile
New Zealand to demolish cathedral damaged by earthquakes
Owen (ID A15165760)

Previously unknown Mozart piece discovered in Austria

Posted: 03 Mar 2012 04:42 PM PST

VIENNA, Austria (BNO NEWS) -- A previously unknown musical piece by Mozart was discovered inside an eighteenth century music book in Austria, local media reported on Saturday.

The Mozart Foundation in Salzburg reported that the piano piece was discovered in a music book from 1780 in the western state of Tyrol, according to the Austrian Independent newspaper.

University lecturer Hildegard Herrmann-Schneider, from the institute for Tyrolean music research at Innsbruck University, discovered the handwritten piece while gathering pieces for the international organization "Répertoire International des Sources Musicales," which catalogs music sources around the world.

Experts and the 'Stiftung Mozarteum' have confirmed that the piece was written by a young Mozart and the work will be presented on March 23 in the "Tanzmeistersaal" in the house of Mozart in Salzburg.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in Salzburg in 1756 and is known around the world as one of the most prolific musical composers of the Classical era. As one of the most important figures in music history, he was also known to have influenced Ludwig van Beethoven and many others.

UN probe finds both sides committed war crimes in Libyan conflict

Posted: 03 Mar 2012 04:38 PM PST

NEW YORK (BNO NEWS) -- An investigation by the United Nations (UN) has shown that crimes against humanity and war crimes were committed by both troops loyal to former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi and the forces which fought to oust him.

The UN-mandated International Commission of Inquiry on Libya, which comprised Philippe Kirsch, Cherif M. Bassiouni and Asma Khader, stated that acts of murder, enforced disappearance and torture were perpetrated within the context of a widespread or systematic attack against a civilian population.

"The Commission found additional violations including unlawful killing, individual acts of torture and ill-treatment, attacks on civilians, and rape," the report added, stating that it further concluded that the thuwar (anti-Gaddafi forces) committed serious violations, including war crimes and breaches of international human rights law. The report claims those violations are still continuing.

According to the report, anti-Gaddafi fighters particularly targeted members of the Tawergha community, and violations included unlawful killing, arbitrary arrest, torture, enforced disappearance, indiscriminate attacks, and pillage.

The commission also concluded that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) conducted a 'highly precise' campaign with a demonstrable determination to avoid civilian casualties. However, on several occasions, NATO airstrikes resulted in civilian casualties and some targets were found to have no evidence of military utility.

The panel, which was established by an emergency session of the UN Human Rights Council on February 25, 2011, noted that Libya's transitional Government has shown a commitment to human rights. It said authorities have taken positive steps to establish mechanisms for accountability.

Nonetheless, the commission voiced concern over the failure to hold accountable members of the thuwar who committed serious human rights violations, as the Government faces tough challenges with more than 40 years of serious human rights violations and deterioration of the legislative framework, judicial and national institutions.

The eight-month-long civil war, which claimed more than 25,000 lives, came to an end in late October when rebels captured Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi as he tried to flee his hometown Sirte. Gaddafi, who led Libya for more than 30 years, was eventually shot dead although the exact circumstances surrounding the death remain unclear.

Libya's National Transitional Council (NTC), led by the former rebels, assumed control of the country after Gaddafi's regime was toppled. The council appointed Abdurrahim El-Keib as interim prime minister to lead Libya until nationwide elections have taken place.

Eighth body found after plane crashes in southern Chile

Posted: 03 Mar 2012 04:27 PM PST

CASTRO, Chile (BNO NEWS) -- Search-and-rescue workers have recovered an eighth body after a small plane crashed in southern Chile earlier this week, officials said on Saturday. There were no survivors.

The accident happened at around 12:35 p.m. local time on Thursday when the Chilean Air Force received an emergency signal from the twin-engine Piper Navajo aircraft, which was registered to the Aerohein aviation company. The plane went down in the Piedra Blanca area of Chiloe Island, part of an archipelago located off the coast of Chile in the Los Lagos Region.

The Ministry of National Defense said the aircraft was traveling from the Chilean town of Melinka in Aisén Province and was heading to Quellon on the Greater Island of Chiloe. It was being piloted by a person identified as Ricardo Hein and a total of seven passengers were on board.

Chilean Defense Minister Andres Allamand said communication with the aircraft was lost as it began to prepare for landing at Quellon's airport. Search-and-rescue teams later found the wreckage in a nearby mountain, but the fuselage was completely destroyed which made it difficult to locate.

Allamand said seven bodies were recovered on Friday, and the eighth body was recovered on Saturday.

The cause of the accident was not immediately known. Authorities said the aircraft had enough fuel as it was scheduled to continue on another flight after landing in Quellon. Weather conditions at the time of the accident were said to be suitable for air travel.

In September 2011, a total of 21 people were killed when a Chilean Air Force aircraft crashed near a group of islands off the country's Pacific Coast. Among those on board were staff members of "Buenos Días a Todos" (Good Morning Everyone), a local TV show broadcast by TVN.

New Zealand to demolish cathedral damaged by earthquakes

Posted: 03 Mar 2012 04:03 PM PST

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand (BNO NEWS) -- An iconic 131-year-old cathedral which was heavily damaged by last year's earthquakes in the New Zealand city of Christchurch will be demolished in the coming months, church authorities announced on Friday.

A series of strong earthquakes struck Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand's South Island, in 2011 after it was previously struck by a 7.1-magnitude earthquake in September 2010. The earthquakes caused extreme damage to the city, including to the iconic ChristChurch Cathedral.

As a result of the damage, Bishop Victoria Matthews announced on Friday that the cathedral will be partially demolished, bringing down its walls to a level of approximately two or three meters (6.5 or 9.8 feet) in order to meet safety requirements and allow the safe retrieval of taonga and heritage items which can then be stored and protected until decisions about a new Cathedral are made.

"The Cathedral will be deconstructed with the utmost care and respect while at the same time protecting the treasures within its walls - there will be no bulldozers or wrecking balls, on the job," said Matthews. "We acknowledge the high level of community interest and sense of ownership as the Cathedral was both an iconic building and a place of regular worship by many. However, this is now a very dangerous building that needs to be made safe."

Matthews said plans are being made for a new cathedral, although a replica has been ruled out due to an estimated $100 million shortfall. "We are now looking to the future and creating a beautiful, inspiring, safe new Cathedral but we understand it will take some time for any of these decisions to be made," the bishop said. "Meanwhile, we are committed to establishing a Transitional Cathedral in the central city to bring hope to Christchurch and provide a much-needed venue where the community can pray, reflect and gather for worship."

Friday's announcement was met with mixed emotion. A number of residents have expressed anger because the decision was made without public consultation, and some believe the 19th-century cathedral can still be saved despite its extreme damage.

Owen (ID A15165760)

Posted: 03 Mar 2012 06:13 AM PST

Owen is a Hound/Terrier Mix, he has been at the shelter since 2/22/12. Owen is 1 year old.

He is an amazing little boy who is smart and lovable. He only weighs 27 lbs so he is a great size.

He is looking for his forever home. Will it be with you?
Please come visit him at Lincoln Co Animal Services Monday through Saturday 11am til 4:30pm and until 5:30 on Thursday or call 704-736-4125.

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