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The first total solar eclipse in nearly three years occurred last week, beginning over Brazil, then moving northeast through Africa, India and into Mongolia. A total eclipse provides a rare opportunity for astronomers to study the sun's corona.

The federal government wants car manufacturers to start doing their part when it comes to conserving natural resources. Big SUVs and trucks will be required to get better gas mileage in the years to come.

Ninety four years ago, the people of Japan gave Americans the gift of 3,000 cherry trees. Every spring since then, in Washington DC where the trees were planted, a festival is held to celebrate their beautiful blossoms.
April 7, 2006