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February 1

• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after two undersea cables, including SEA-ME-WE 4, are damaged. added by Tariqabjotu, 02:21, 01 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after two undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4 and FLAG, are damaged. updated by Stephen, 02:43, 01 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after two undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4 and FLAG, are damaged. updated by Tariqabjotu, 03:01, 01 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after two undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4 and FLAG, are damaged. added by Tariqabjotu, 03:29, 01 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after two undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4 and FLAG, are damaged. updated by Nishkid64, 03:31, 01 February 2008
• Severe winter storms result in as many as 63 deaths across central and southern China. added by PFHLai, 23:40, 01 February 2008

February 2

• Severe winter storms cause at least 63 deaths across central and southern China. updated by PFHLai, 04:04, 02 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight government troops in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. added by Stephen, 22:27, 02 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight government troops (President Idriss Déby Itno pictured) in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. updated by Stephen, 22:35, 02 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight government troops in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. updated by Stephen, 22:37, 02 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight government troops (President Idriss Déby Itno pictured) in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. updated by Stephen, 22:46, 02 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after three undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4, FLAG and FALCON, are damaged. updated by Aecis, 23:06, 02 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight government troops (President Idriss Déby Itno pictured) in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. updated by Merovingian, 23:31, 02 February 2008
• Severe winter storms cause at least 63 deaths across central and southern China. added by Merovingian, 23:31, 02 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after three undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4, FLAG and FALCON, are damaged. updated by Merovingian, 23:31, 02 February 2008
• Prime Minister Romano Prodi of Italy loses a confidence vote in the Senate and resigns. added by Merovingian, 23:31, 02 February 2008

February 3

• UFD rebels fight government troops in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. updated by Aecis, 01:23, 03 February 2008
• Severe winter storms cause at least 63 deaths across central and southern China. updated by Aecis, 01:23, 03 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after two undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4 and FLAG, are damaged. updated by Aecis, 01:23, 03 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight government troops in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. updated by Merovingian, 01:48, 03 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight government troops (President Idriss Déby Itno pictured) in a battle for the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. updated by Stephen, 03:01, 03 February 2008
• Severe winter storms cause at least 63 deaths across central and southern China. updated by Stephen, 03:01, 03 February 2008
• Severe winter storms cause at least 63 deaths across central and southern China. removed by Thue, 16:38, 06 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after three undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4, FLAG and FALCON, are damaged. updated by Stephen, 03:01, 03 February 2008
• Prime Minister Romano Prodi of Italy loses a confidence vote in the Senate and resigns. updated by Stephen, 03:01, 03 February 2008
• Prime Minister Romano Prodi of Italy loses a confidence vote in the Senate and resigns. removed by Sandstein, 22:57, 03 February 2008
• An earthquake kills at least 30 people in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. added by PFHLai, 15:08, 03 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight Chadian government troops (President Idriss Déby Itno pictured) in a battle for the capital, N'Djamena. updated by PFHLai, 15:15, 03 February 2008
• An earthquake kills at least 30 people in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. updated by Merovingian, 17:44, 03 February 2008
• Boris Tadic (pictured) is reelected as President of Serbia, defeating Tomislav Nikolić. added by Sandstein, 22:57, 03 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight Chadian government troops in a battle for the capital, N'Djamena. updated by Sandstein, 22:57, 03 February 2008
• UFD rebels fight Chadian government troops in a battle for the capital, N'Djamena. removed by Thue, 20:27, 07 February 2008
• Boris Tadić (pictured) is reelected as President of Serbia, defeating Tomislav Nikolić. added by Sandstein, 22:58, 03 February 2008

February 4

• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII 17—14. added by IanManka, 03:06, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII 17–14. updated by Nishkid64, 03:07, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17 to 14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Nishkid64, 03:09, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII, played at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. updated by IanManka, 03:10, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII, played at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, USA. updated by Nishkid64, 03:12, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII, played at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, USA. updated by Nishkid64, 03:13, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII, played at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, United States. updated by IanManka, 03:15, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII, played at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, United States. updated by Sasquatch, 03:16, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17 to 14 in Super Bowl XLII, played at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, United States. updated by IanManka, 03:21, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants beat the previously undefeated New England Patriots 17 to 14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Stephen, 04:02, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots 17 to 14 in Super Bowl XLII, played at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, United States. removed by Stephen, 04:02, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants beat the previously undefeated New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Bongwarrior, 04:05, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants beat the previously undefeated New England Patriots 17 to 14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Nishkid64, 04:10, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the previously unbeaten New England Patriots, 17 to 14, in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Stephen, 05:07, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the previously unbeaten New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by PFHLai, 06:17, 04 February 2008
• The New York Giants defeat the previously unbeaten New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Nishkid64, 06:32, 04 February 2008
• An earthquake kills at least 39 people in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. updated by Jmlk17, 08:34, 04 February 2008
• In American football, the New York Giants defeat the season's previously unbeaten New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII. added by Stephen, 20:55, 04 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after four undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4, FLAG, FALCON and Qtel's, are damaged. updated by Stephen, 23:05, 04 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after four undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4, FLAG, FALCON and Qtel's, are damaged. updated by Stephen, 23:14, 04 February 2008

February 5

• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after four undersea cables, SEA-ME-WE 4, FLAG, FALCON and Qtel, are damaged. updated by Nishkid64, 00:52, 05 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after four undersea cables are damaged. updated by Tariqabjotu, 03:40, 05 February 2008
• Boris Tadić (pictured) is re-elected as President of Serbia, defeating Tomislav Nikolić. updated by PFHLai, 07:36, 05 February 2008
• An earthquake at Lake Kivu kills at least 39 people in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. added by PFHLai, 07:36, 05 February 2008
• An earthquake at Lake Kivu kills at least 39 people in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. removed by PFHLai, 01:51, 10 February 2008
• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after four undersea cables are damaged. added by PFHLai, 07:36, 05 February 2008

February 6

• Internet services are disrupted in parts of Asia and Africa after five undersea cables are damaged. added by Thue, 16:36, 06 February 2008
• A major tornado outbreak across the Southern United States leaves at least 51 people dead and more than 100 injured. added by Thue, 16:38, 06 February 2008
• In American football, the New York Giants defeat the season's previously-unbeaten New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Brian0918, 17:07, 06 February 2008
• A major tornado outbreak across the Southern United States leaves at least 51 people dead and more than 100 injured. added by David Levy, 17:16, 06 February 2008
• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 51 people and injures more than 100 others. updated by PFHLai, 17:35, 06 February 2008
• Damages to several undersea cables disrupt internet services in parts of Asia and Africa. added by PFHLai, 17:35, 06 February 2008

February 7

• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 54 people and injures more than 100 others. updated by RyanGerbil10, 01:43, 07 February 2008
• In American football, the New York Giants defeat the season's previously unbeaten New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Art LaPella, 07:24, 07 February 2008
• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 launches from Cape Canaveral to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. added by Thue, 20:27, 07 February 2008
• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 (pictured) launches from Cape Canaveral to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. updated by Thue, 22:19, 07 February 2008
• Boris Tadić is re-elected as President of Serbia, defeating Tomislav Nikolić. updated by Thue, 22:19, 07 February 2008
• Boris Tadić is re-elected as President of Serbia, defeating Tomislav Nikolić. removed by PFHLai, 01:52, 10 February 2008

February 8

• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 (pictured) launches from Cape Canaveral to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. updated by BorgQueen, 04:45, 08 February 2008
• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 54 people and injures more than 100 others. updated by JForget, 15:41, 08 February 2008
• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 59 people and injures more than 100 others. updated by Art LaPella, 19:07, 08 February 2008
• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 59 people and injures more than 100 others. added by JForget, 19:33, 08 February 2008
• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 59 people and injures more than 100 others. removed by BorgQueen, 07:03, 11 February 2008
• Damage to several undersea cables disrupt internet services in parts of Asia and Africa. added by Stephen, 21:25, 08 February 2008

February 9

• In American football, the New York Giants defeat the season's previously unbeaten New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII. updated by Jj137, 03:47, 09 February 2008
• In American football, the New York Giants defeat the season's previously unbeaten New England Patriots 17–14 in Super Bowl XLII. removed by Tone, 20:43, 10 February 2008
• Damage to several undersea cables disrupts internet services in parts of Asia and Africa. updated by Art LaPella, 04:38, 09 February 2008
• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 (pictured) launches from Kennedy Space Center to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. updated by Stephen, 07:05, 09 February 2008
• The fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is under control, averting an oil spill. added by Tone, 14:51, 09 February 2008
• The fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is under control, averting an oil spill. added by Tone, 14:51, 09 February 2008
• The fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is under control, averting an oil spill. added by Tone, 14:51, 09 February 2008
• The fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is under control, averting an oil spill. updated by Tone, 14:52, 09 February 2008
• The fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is under control, averting an oil spill. updated by Nichalp, 16:20, 09 February 2008
• A fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is under control, averting an oil spill. added by Stephen, 23:42, 09 February 2008
• A fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is brought under control, averting an oil spill. updated by David Levy, 23:44, 09 February 2008
• A fire on the freighter UND Adriyatik off the Croatian coast is brought under control, averting an oil spill. removed by PFHLai, 03:56, 10 February 2008

February 10

• Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik catches fire off the Croatian coast, causing fears of an oil spill and environmental damages. added by PFHLai, 03:56, 10 February 2008
• Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik catches fire off the Croatian coast, causing fears of an oil spill and environmental damage. updated by Stephen, 04:29, 10 February 2008
• Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik (pictured) catches fire off the Croatian coast, causing fears of an oil spill and environmental damage. updated by BorgQueen, 04:37, 10 February 2008
• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 launches from Kennedy Space Center to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. updated by BorgQueen, 04:37, 10 February 2008
• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 launches from Kennedy Space Center to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. removed by BorgQueen, 14:24, 12 February 2008
• Egypt win the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1-0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. added by Tone, 20:43, 10 February 2008
• Egypt won the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1-0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by BorgQueen, 20:56, 10 February 2008
• Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1-0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by BorgQueen, 20:56, 10 February 2008
• In American football, the New York Giants win Super Bowl XLII, defeating the New England Patriots 17–14. updated by Aecis, 20:59, 10 February 2008
• In American football, the New York Giants win Super Bowl XLII, defeating the New England Patriots 17–14. removed by BorgQueen, 23:53, 10 February 2008
• In Association football, Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1-0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. added by Zzyzx11, 21:50, 10 February 2008
• A fire on the Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik (pictured) is extinguished, dispelling fears of an oil spill and environmental damage. added by Woody, 22:11, 10 February 2008
• In association football, Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1-0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by David Levy, 22:13, 10 February 2008
• added by MZMcBride, 23:06, 10 February 2008
• Damage to several undersea cables disrupts Internet services in parts of Asia and Africa. updated by MZMcBride, 23:06, 10 February 2008
• Damage to several undersea cables disrupts Internet services in parts of Asia and Africa. removed by Stephen, 06:04, 11 February 2008

February 11

• In American football, the New York Giants win Super Bowl XLII, defeating the New England Patriots 17–14. updated by BorgQueen, 00:00, 11 February 2008
• In American football, the New York Giants win Super Bowl XLII, defeating the New England Patriots 17–14. removed by Stephen, 01:20, 11 February 2008
• In association football, Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by Nishkid64, 01:04, 11 February 2008
• East Timor President José Ramos Horta is wounded in an attack that leaves rebel leader Alfredo Reinhado dead. added by Stephen, 01:20, 11 February 2008
• President José Ramos Horta of East Timor (pictured) is wounded in an attack that leaves rebel leader Alfredo Reinhado dead. added by PFHLai, 04:51, 11 February 2008
• A fire on the Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik is extinguished, dispelling fears of an oil spill and environmental damage. updated by PFHLai, 04:51, 11 February 2008
• A fire on the Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik is extinguished, dispelling fears of an oil spill and environmental damage. removed by Harro5, 23:15, 12 February 2008
• President José Ramos Horta (pictured) of East Timor is wounded in an attack that leaves rebel leader Alfredo Reinhado dead. updated by BorgQueen, 04:59, 11 February 2008
• Amy Winehouse wins in five categories at the 50th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. added by Stephen, 06:04, 11 February 2008
• Amy Winehouse wins in five categories at the 50th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, USA. updated by Tariqabjotu, 06:07, 11 February 2008
• The 50th Annual Grammy Awards take place in Los Angeles, California, USA. added by Nishkid64, 06:19, 11 February 2008
• The 61st British Academy Film Awards take place in London. added by Zzyzx11, 06:31, 11 February 2008
• The 61st British Academy Film Awards take place in London. removed by Tone, 11:57, 11 February 2008
• The 50th Annual Grammy Awards take place in Los Angeles, USA. updated by Tone, 11:55, 11 February 2008
• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 59 people and injures more than 100 others. updated by BorgQueen, 12:58, 11 February 2008
• A tornado outbreak across the Southern United States kills at least 59 people and injures more than 100 others. removed by PFHLai, 22:29, 11 February 2008
• President José Ramos-Horta (pictured) of East Timor is wounded in an attack that leaves rebel leader Alfredo Reinhado dead. updated by Nakon, 21:16, 11 February 2008
• Namdaemun (pictured, after fire), the six centuries old southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially burnt down. added by PFHLai, 22:29, 11 February 2008
• Namdaemun (pictured), the southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially destroyed by fire. updated by Nakon, 22:32, 11 February 2008
• President José Ramos-Horta of East Timor is wounded in an attack that leaves rebel leader Alfredo Reinhado dead. updated by Nakon, 22:32, 11 February 2008
• The 50th Annual Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles, USA. updated by Nakon, 22:33, 11 February 2008
• The 50th Annual Grammy Awards take place in Los Angeles, USA. updated by Stephen, 22:41, 11 February 2008
• The 50th Annual Grammy Awards take place in Los Angeles, USA. removed by DragonflySixtyseven, 16:09, 16 February 2008
• President José Ramos-Horta of East Timor is wounded in an attack that leaves rebel leader Alfredo Reinhado dead. updated by PFHLai, 22:56, 11 February 2008
• President José Ramos-Horta of East Timor is wounded in an attack that leaves rebel leader Alfredo Reinhado dead. removed by Stephen, 00:11, 16 February 2008

February 12

• In soccer, Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by Stephen, 05:07, 12 February 2008
• In football (soccer), Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by J Milburn, 13:08, 12 February 2008
• In soccer, Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by Stephen, 21:14, 12 February 2008
• Prime Minister Kevin Rudd issues a formal apology to the Indigenous Stolen Generation on behalf of the Parliament of Australia. added by Harro5, 23:15, 12 February 2008
• Prime Minister Kevin Rudd issues a formal apology to the indigenous Stolen Generation on behalf of the Parliament of Australia. updated by Stephen, 23:42, 12 February 2008

February 13

• Prime Minister Kevin Rudd issues a formal apology to the indigenous Stolen Generations on behalf of the Parliament of Australia. updated by Stephen, 00:12, 13 February 2008
• In football (soccer), Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by Daniel, 00:43, 13 February 2008
• In football (soccer), Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. removed by BorgQueen, 13:49, 13 February 2008
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• A fire on the Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik is extinguished, dispelling fears of an oil spill and environmental damage. updated by BorgQueen, 06:05, 13 February 2008
• A fire on the Turkish freighter UND Adriyatik is extinguished, dispelling fears of an oil spill and environmental damage. removed by Stephen, 09:06, 13 February 2008
• The Writers Guild of America ends a three-month strike after approving a new revenue-sharing agreement with media producers. added by Stephen, 09:06, 13 February 2008
• The Writers Guild of America ends a three-month strike after approving a new revenue-sharing agreement with media producers. updated by Nishkid64, 14:42, 13 February 2008
• The Writers Guild of America ends a three-month strike after approving a new revenue-sharing agreement with media producers. removed by AuburnPilot, 22:06, 13 February 2008
• Members of the Writers Guild of America overwhelmingly vote to end a three-month strike amidst a new contract currently pending approval by guild members. added by AuburnPilot, 22:06, 13 February 2008
• Members of the Writers Guild of America overwhelmingly vote to end a three-month strike amidst a new contract currently pending approval by guild members. updated by AuburnPilot, 22:11, 13 February 2008

February 14

• In football (soccer), Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. updated by YellowMonkey, 00:21, 14 February 2008
• In football (soccer), Egypt wins the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Cameroon 1–0 in the final in Accra, Ghana. removed by Stephen, 21:11, 14 February 2008
• The Writers Guild of America votes to end a three-month strike pending approval of a new contract by guild members. updated by Stephen, 01:53, 14 February 2008
• The Writers Guild of America votes to end a three-month strike pending approval of a new contract by guild members. removed by Stephen, 04:14, 19 February 2008
• Namdaemun (pictured), the southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially destroyed in an arson attack. updated by BorgQueen, 14:55, 14 February 2008
• Prime Minister Kevin Rudd issues a formal apology to the indigenous Stolen Generations on behalf of the Parliament of Australia. updated by Orderinchaos, 15:35, 14 February 2008
• Prime Minister Kevin Rudd issues a formal apology to the indigenous Stolen Generations on behalf of the Parliament of Australia. removed by BorgQueen, 17:32, 17 February 2008
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• The Swedish government rejects Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. added by Stephen, 21:11, 14 February 2008
• Namdaemun (pictured), the southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially destroyed by arson. updated by Llywrch, 23:08, 14 February 2008
• Namdaemun (pictured), the southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially destroyed by arson. updated by Stephen, 23:42, 14 February 2008
• Namdaemun (pictured), the southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially destroyed by arson. added by Aecis, 23:49, 14 February 2008

February 15

• The Swedish government rejects Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. updated by Daniel, 01:45, 15 February 2008
• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 launches from Kennedy Space Center to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. updated by BorgQueen, 03:25, 15 February 2008
• Space Shuttle Mission STS-122 launches from Kennedy Space Center to deliver the Columbus module to the International Space Station. removed by PFHLai, 05:26, 15 February 2008
• The Columbus science laboratory built by the European Space Agency is attached to the International Space Station during Space Shuttle Mission STS-122. added by PFHLai, 05:26, 15 February 2008
• The Columbus science laboratory built by the European Space Agency is attached to the International Space Station during space shuttle mission STS-122. updated by PFHLai, 05:27, 15 February 2008
• The Columbus science laboratory (pictured) built by the European Space Agency is attached to the International Space Station during space shuttle mission STS-122. updated by BorgQueen, 06:54, 15 February 2008
• Namdaemun, the southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially destroyed by arson. updated by BorgQueen, 06:54, 15 February 2008
• Namdaemun, the southern gate of the original walls surrounding Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty, is partially destroyed by arson. removed by Tone, 14:51, 17 February 2008

February 16

• Václav Klaus is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. added by Stephen, 00:11, 16 February 2008
• Václav Klaus is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. added by Stephen, 00:12, 16 February 2008
• Václav Klaus (pictured) is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. updated by BorgQueen, 00:18, 16 February 2008
• The Columbus science laboratory built by the European Space Agency is attached to the International Space Station during space shuttle mission STS-122. updated by BorgQueen, 00:18, 16 February 2008
• The Columbus science laboratory built by the European Space Agency is attached to the International Space Station during space shuttle mission STS-122. removed by ChrisO~enwiki, 16:24, 17 February 2008
• Prime Minister Hashim Thaçi confirms that Kosovo will declare independence. added by DragonflySixtyseven, 16:09, 16 February 2008
• Prime Minister Hashim Thaçi confirms that Kosovo will declare independence. removed by Tone, 16:55, 16 February 2008
• The 50th Annual Grammy Awards take place in Los Angeles, USA. updated by Tone, 16:55, 16 February 2008
• The 50th Annual Grammy Awards take place in Los Angeles, USA. removed by PFHLai, 04:22, 17 February 2008

February 17

• The assembly of Kosovo unilaterally declares independence, a move opposed by Serbia and Russia but supported by many western governments. added by Tone, 14:51, 17 February 2008
• The assembly of Kosovo unilaterally declares independence; a move opposed by Serbia and Russia but supported by many western governments. updated by Caulde, 15:01, 17 February 2008
• The assembly of Kosovo unilaterally declares independence; a move opposed by Serbia and Russia but supported by many western governments. updated by Tone, 15:06, 17 February 2008
• The assembly of Kosovo unilaterally declares independence; a move opposed by Serbia and Russia but supported by many Western governments. updated by ChrisO~enwiki, 15:18, 17 February 2008
• The assembly of Kosovo unilaterally declares independence from Serbia, a move opposed by Serbia and Russia but supported by many Western governments. updated by ChrisO~enwiki, 15:19, 17 February 2008
• The assembly of Kosovo unilaterally declares independence from Serbia, a move opposed by it and Russia, but supported by many Western governments. updated by Caulde, 15:52, 17 February 2008
• The assembly of Kosovo unilaterally declares independence from Serbia, a move opposed by Serbia and Russia but supported by many Western governments. updated by Caulde, 15:56, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament has unanimously endorsed a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia with the support of many Western governments but opposed by Serbia and Russia. added by ChrisO~enwiki, 16:09, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament unanimously endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia and adopts a new flag (pictured) with the support of many Western governments but opposed by Serbia and Russia. updated by ChrisO~enwiki, 16:24, 17 February 2008
• The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, announces that the Northern Rock bank is to be nationalised following credit problems caused by the subprime mortgage crisis. added by ChrisO~enwiki, 16:24, 17 February 2008
• Václav Klaus is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. updated by ChrisO~enwiki, 16:24, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament unanimously endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia with the support of many Western governments but opposed by Serbia and Russia. updated by Nick, 16:29, 17 February 2008
• Václav Klaus (pictured) is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. updated by Nick, 16:29, 17 February 2008
• The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling (pictured), announces that the Northern Rock bank is to be nationalised following credit problems caused by the subprime mortgage crisis. updated by BorgQueen, 16:58, 17 February 2008
• Václav Klaus is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. updated by BorgQueen, 16:58, 17 February 2008
• Václav Klaus is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. removed by BorgQueen, 20:14, 20 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament unanimously endorses an unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia with the support of many Western governments but opposed by Serbia and Russia. updated by Tone, 17:45, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament unanimously endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia with the support of many Western governments but opposed by Serbia and Russia. updated by Bkell, 18:07, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia and adopts a flag (pictured); response from the international community is mixed. updated by The Tom, 20:00, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament unanimously endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia with the support of many Western governments but opposed by Serbia and Russia. removed by The Tom, 20:00, 17 February 2008
• The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, announces that the Northern Rock bank is to be nationalised following credit problems caused by the subprime mortgage crisis. updated by The Tom, 20:00, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia and adopts a flag (pictured); response from the international community is mixed. updated by PFHLai, 20:14, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament endorses a declaration of independence from Serbia and adopts a flag (pictured); response from the international community is mixed. updated by Stephen, 23:15, 17 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia and adopts a flag (pictured); response from the international community is mixed. updated by Stephen, 23:26, 17 February 2008

February 18

• Kosovo's parliament endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia and adopts a flag (pictured); response from the international community is mixed. updated by Nakon, 14:39, 18 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. updated by AuburnPilot, 19:47, 18 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. removed by BorgQueen, 14:12, 19 February 2008
• The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, announces plans to nationalise the Northern Rock bank following credit problems caused by the subprime mortgage crisis. updated by Centrx, 20:06, 18 February 2008
• The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, announces plans to nationalise the Northern Rock bank following credit problems caused by the subprime mortgage crisis. removed by Raul654, 07:32, 21 February 2008

February 19

• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, forcing the website offline. added by Stephen, 04:14, 19 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, forcing the website offline. removed by Gamaliel, 06:35, 19 February 2008
• The Writers Guild of America votes to end a three-month strike pending approval of a new contract by guild members. updated by BorgQueen, 04:53, 19 February 2008
• The Writers Guild of America votes to end a three-month strike pending approval of a new contract by guild members. removed by Thue, 11:24, 19 February 2008
• Early returns indicate a significant defeat for the party of President Pervez Musharraf in Pakistan's parliamentary elections. added by Gamaliel, 06:35, 19 February 2008
• Early returns indicate a significant defeat for the party of President Pervez Musharraf in Pakistan's parliamentary elections. updated by Gamaliel, 06:36, 19 February 2008
• Early returns indicate a significant defeat for the party of President Pervez Musharraf in Pakistan's parliamentary elections. removed by Stephen, 08:45, 19 February 2008
• Fidel Castro announces his resignation as the President of Cuba. added by RockMFR, 08:06, 19 February 2008
• Fidel Castro announces his resignation as the President of Cuba. removed by David Levy, 08:41, 19 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, forcing the website offline. updated by David Levy, 08:41, 19 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, forcing the website offline. removed by Hemlock Martinis, 09:16, 19 February 2008
• Fidel Castro announces his resignation as the President of Cuba. updated by Hemlock Martinis, 09:16, 19 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, forcing the website offline. updated by David Levy, 09:28, 19 February 2008
• Fidel Castro announces his retirement as the President of Cuba. updated by David Levy, 09:31, 19 February 2008
• Toshiba announces it is ceasing production of HD DVD equipment, conceding the high definition format war to the rival Blu-Ray disc format. added by Thue, 11:24, 19 February 2008
• Toshiba announces it is ceasing production of HD DVD equipment, conceding the high definition format war to the rival Blu-Ray disc (pictured) format. updated by BorgQueen, 11:36, 19 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia; response from the international community is mixed. updated by BorgQueen, 11:36, 19 February 2008
• Kosovo's parliament endorses a unilateral declaration of independence from Serbia; response from the international community is mixed. removed by BorgQueen, 16:25, 22 February 2008
• Toshiba announces it is ceasing production of HD DVD equipment, conceding the high definition format war to the rival Blu-Ray disc format. updated by Thue, 12:01, 19 February 2008
• Fidel Castro (pictured) announces his retirement as the President of Cuba. updated by Thue, 12:01, 19 February 2008
• Toshiba announces it is ceasing production of HD DVD equipment, conceding the high definition format war to the rival Blu-ray Disc format. updated by Thue, 13:45, 19 February 2008
• Toshiba announces it is ceasing production of HD DVD equipment, conceding the high definition format war to the rival Blu-ray Disc format. removed by Tone, 20:58, 24 February 2008
• ((*mp|Feb 19}} Pervez Musharraf concedes defeat in the Pakistani general election. added by DragonflySixtyseven, 14:06, 19 February 2008
• Pervez Musharraf concedes defeat in the Pakistani general election. added by DragonflySixtyseven, 14:06, 19 February 2008
• Pervez Musharraf concedes defeat in the Pakistani general election. removed by Tariqabjotu, 15:31, 19 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. updated by Tariqabjotu, 15:31, 19 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. removed by Gamaliel, 16:55, 19 February 2008
• Pervez Musharraf concedes defeat in the Pakistani general election. updated by Gamaliel, 16:55, 19 February 2008
• Pervez Musharraf concedes defeat in the Pakistani general election. removed by Tone, 17:32, 19 February 2008
• Pakistan Peoples Party wins the 2008 general elections held in Pakistan following delays caused by a state of emergency and waves of pre-election violence. added by Tone, 17:32, 19 February 2008
• Pakistan Peoples Party wins a plurality in the Pakistani general election following delays caused by a state of emergency and pre-election violence. updated by Stephen, 21:00, 19 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, making the website unavailable. updated by Stephen, 22:49, 19 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, making the website unavailable. removed by Caulde, 20:04, 20 February 2008
• Pakistan Peoples Party wins a plurality in the Pakistani general election following a state of emergency, the assassination of Benazir Bhutto, and pre-election violence. updated by Stephen, 22:57, 19 February 2008

February 20

• The Pakistan Peoples Party wins a plurality in the Pakistani general election following a state of emergency, the assassination of Benazir Bhutto, and pre-election violence. added by Art LaPella, 00:12, 20 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, making the website unavailable. updated by BorgQueen, 20:11, 20 February 2008
• Bank Julius Bär secures a permanent injunction against the domain registrar for Wikileaks, making the website unavailable. removed by Tariqabjotu, 21:11, 20 February 2008
• Václav Klaus is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. updated by Tariqabjotu, 21:11, 20 February 2008
• Václav Klaus is re-elected as the President of the Czech Republic. removed by Stephen, 00:18, 21 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. updated by Tariqabjotu, 21:12, 20 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. removed by Stephen, 00:03, 21 February 2008

February 21

• A total lunar eclipse takes place in the Americas, Europe, and Africa. added by Stephen, 00:03, 21 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse takes place in the Americas, Europe, and Africa. removed by PFHLai, 01:14, 21 February 2008
• Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan is elected President of Armenia. added by Stephen, 00:18, 21 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. updated by PFHLai, 01:14, 21 February 2008
• The Swedish government refuses to consider Nord Stream's application to build an underwater gas pipeline from Russia to Germany. removed by Stephen, 01:29, 21 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse takes place in the Americas, Europe, and Africa. updated by Stephen, 01:29, 21 February 2008
• Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan (pictured) is elected President of Armenia. updated by Stephen, 02:23, 21 February 2008
• Fidel Castro announces his retirement as the President of Cuba. updated by Stephen, 02:23, 21 February 2008
• Fidel Castro announces his retirement as the President of Cuba. removed by Tone, 20:24, 24 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse, visible from the Americas, Europe, and Africa, occurs. updated by PFHLai, 03:10, 21 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse (pictured), visible from the Americas, Europe, and Africa, occurs. updated by Stephen, 05:11, 21 February 2008
• Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan is elected President of Armenia. updated by Stephen, 05:11, 21 February 2008
• Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan is elected President of Armenia. removed by Aecis, 03:08, 25 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse (pictured), visible from the Americas, Europe, and Africa, occurred. updated by Gonzo fan2007, 06:51, 21 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse (pictured), visible from the Americas, Europe, and Africa, occurs. updated by Zzyzx11, 07:03, 21 February 2008
• American spy satellite USA 193 is destroyed by a United States Navy-launched RIM-161 Standard missile 3 missile. added by Raul654, 07:32, 21 February 2008
• American spy satellite USA 193 is destroyed by a United States Navy-launched RIM-161 Standard missile 3 missile. updated by Raul654, 07:32, 21 February 2008
• American spy satellite USA 193 is destroyed by a United States Navy-launched SM-3 missile. updated by Raul654, 07:32, 21 February 2008
• American spy satellite USA 193 is destroyed by a United States Navy-launched SM-3 missile. added by Stephen, 08:43, 21 February 2008
• American spy satellite USA 193 is destroyed by a missile launched by the U.S. Navy. updated by Tariqabjotu, 15:37, 21 February 2008
• The Pakistan Peoples Party wins a plurality in the Pakistani general election following a state of emergency and pre-election violence, and forms a coalition with the Pakistan Muslim League (N). updated by Stephen, 21:36, 21 February 2008
• The Pakistan Peoples Party wins a plurality in the Pakistani general election following a state of emergency and pre-election violence, and forms a coalition with the Pakistan Muslim League (N). removed by Zzyzx11, 02:44, 25 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse (pictured), visible from the Americas, Europe, and Africa, occurs. updated by Jj137, 23:19, 21 February 2008

February 22

• Turkey launches a massive ground incursion against the PKK in northern Iraq. added by Tone, 16:12, 22 February 2008
• Turkey launches a massive ground incursion against the Kurdistan Workers Party in northern Iraq. updated by Tone, 22:31, 22 February 2008
• Turkey launches a massive ground incursion against the Kurdistan Workers Party in northern Iraq. updated by Jmlk17, 22:39, 22 February 2008
• Turkey launches a ground incursion against the Kurdistan Workers Party in northern Iraq. updated by Tone, 22:49, 22 February 2008

February 23

• Turkey launches a ground incursion against the Kurdistan Workers Party in northern Iraq. updated by Merovingian, 01:23, 23 February 2008

February 24

• The National Assembly of People's Power unanimously selects Raúl Castro to succeed his brother Fidel as President of Cuba. added by Tone, 20:24, 24 February 2008
• Dimitris Christofias of the Progressive Party of Working People is elected President of Cyprus, defeating Ioannis Kasoulidis (Democratic Rally) in the run-off. added by Tone, 20:58, 24 February 2008
• Dimitris Christofias of the Progressive Party of Working People is elected President of Cyprus. updated by Stephen, 20:58, 24 February 2008
• American spy satellite USA 193 is destroyed by a missile launched by the U.S. Navy. updated by Aecis, 21:03, 24 February 2008
• The National Assembly of People's Power unanimously selects Raúl Castro to succeed his brother Fidel as President of Cuba. updated by Zzyzx11, 21:59, 24 February 2008
• The National Assembly of People's Power unanimously selects Raúl Castro (pictured) to succeed his brother Fidel as President of Cuba. updated by Zzyzx11, 22:12, 24 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse, visible from the Americas, Europe, and Africa, occurs. updated by Zzyzx11, 22:12, 24 February 2008
• A total lunar eclipse, visible from the Americas, Europe, and Africa, occurs. removed by Tone, 14:40, 26 February 2008
• Dimitris Christofias of the Progressive Party of Working People is elected President of Cyprus. updated by Stephen, 22:30, 24 February 2008

February 25

• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles. added by Zzyzx11, 02:44, 25 February 2008
• 46 People are killed in the crash of Santa Bárbara Airlines Flight 518 in Venezuela. added by Aecis, 03:08, 25 February 2008
• Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan is elected President of Armenia. updated by Aecis, 03:09, 25 February 2008
• Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan is elected President of Armenia. removed by Woody, 17:31, 25 February 2008
• 46 people are killed in the crash of Santa Bárbara Airlines Flight 518 in Venezuela. updated by Stephen, 04:17, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning Best Motion Picture. updated by Zzyzx11, 04:46, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles. removed by Zzyzx11, 04:46, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning three awards including Best Motion Picture. updated by Zzyzx11, 04:52, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning four awards including Best Motion Picture. updated by Zzyzx11, 04:53, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning eight awards including Best Motion Picture. updated by Zzyzx11, 04:54, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning eight awards including Best Picture. updated by Stephen, 04:57, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning eight awards including Best Picture. updated by Stephen, 04:58, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning four awards including Best Picture. updated by Zzyzx11, 05:00, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning four awards including Best Motion Picture. updated by Zzyzx11, 05:01, 25 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning four Oscars including Best Picture. updated by Zzyzx11, 05:06, 25 February 2008
• Forty-six people are killed in the crash of Santa Bárbara Airlines Flight 518 in Venezuela. added by Woody, 17:31, 25 February 2008

February 26

• The New York Philharmonic plays a concert in North Korea, becoming the first Western orchestra to do so. added by Tone, 14:40, 26 February 2008
• The New York Philharmonic plays a concert in North Korea, becoming the first Western orchestra to do so. added by Stephen, 20:59, 26 February 2008
• The 80th Academy Awards are held in Los Angeles, with No Country for Old Men winning four Oscars including Best Picture. added by Stephen, 20:59, 26 February 2008

February 27

• The New York Philharmonic plays a concert in North Korea, becoming the first Western orchestra to do so. added by Woody, 13:44, 27 February 2008
• The Euro reaches a record closure rate of US$ 1.5044. added by JIP, 17:29, 27 February 2008
• The Euro reaches a record closure rate of US$1.5044. updated by Woody, 17:45, 27 February 2008
• The euro reaches a record closure rate of US$1.5044. updated by Woody, 18:33, 27 February 2008
• The euro reaches a record closure exchange rate of US$1.5044. updated by PFHLai, 19:56, 27 February 2008
• The New York Philharmonic becomes the first Western orchestra to perform a concert in North Korea. updated by PFHLai, 19:56, 27 February 2008
• No Country for Old Men wins four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. added by PFHLai, 19:56, 27 February 2008
• Turkey launches a ground incursion against the Kurdistan Workers Party in northern Iraq. updated by PFHLai, 19:56, 27 February 2008
• Turkey launches a ground incursion against the Kurdistan Workers Party in northern Iraq. removed by Mark, 14:15, 29 February 2008
• The U.S. Navy launches a missile to destroy the spy satellite USA 193. added by PFHLai, 19:56, 27 February 2008
• The U.S. Navy launches a missile to destroy the spy satellite USA 193. removed by PFHLai, 09:40, 29 February 2008
• Forty-six people die in the crash of Santa Bárbara Airlines Flight 518 in Venezuela. updated by PFHLai, 19:56, 27 February 2008
• Forty-six people die in the crash of Santa Bárbara Airlines Flight 518 in Venezuela. removed by PFHLai, 09:40, 29 February 2008

February 28

• The euro reaches a record high closure exchange rate of US$1.5044. updated by Holly Cheng, 07:00, 28 February 2008
• The US dollar reaches a record low closure exchange rate of €0.6626. added by Mark, 09:21, 28 February 2008
• The US dollar reaches a record low closure exchange rate against the Euro of €0.6626. updated by Mark, 09:28, 28 February 2008
• The euro reaches a record high closure exchange rate of US$1.5044. updated by Zoney, 11:06, 28 February 2008
• No Country for Old Men wins four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. updated by Fvasconcellos, 21:01, 28 February 2008

February 29

• The euro reaches a record high closure exchange rate of US$1.5121. updated by Zoney, 00:24, 29 February 2008
• Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki and opposition leader Raila Odinga agree to form a coalition government to resolve the country's political crisis. added by Mark, 14:15, 29 February 2008
• Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki (pictured) and opposition leader Raila Odinga agree to form a coalition government to resolve the country's political crisis. updated by Mark, 14:23, 29 February 2008
• The National Assembly of People's Power unanimously selects Raúl Castro to succeed his brother Fidel as President of Cuba. updated by Mark, 14:23, 29 February 2008