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February 1

Fred Goodwin has his knighthood rescinded by Queen Elizabeth II due to the part he played in the near collapse of The Royal Bank of Scotland. added by Ks0stm, 18:15, 01 February 2012
Queen Elizabeth rescinds Fred Goodwin's knighthood due to his role in the Royal Bank of Scotland's near-collapse. added by David Levy, 18:24, 01 February 2012
Queen Elizabeth II rescinds Fred Goodwin's knighthood due to his role in the Royal Bank of Scotland's near-collapse. updated by David Levy, 19:47, 01 February 2012
Over 70 people are killed in crowd violence following a football match in Port Said, Egypt. added by Tone, 22:21, 01 February 2012
More than 70 people are killed in crowd violence following a football match in Port Said, Egypt. added by David Levy, 22:49, 01 February 2012
More than 70 people are killed in crowd violence following a football match in Port Said, Egypt. updated by David Levy, 23:11, 01 February 2012

February 2

Queen Elizabeth II rescinds Fred Goodwin's knighthood due to his role in the Royal Bank of Scotland's near-collapse. updated by Art LaPella, 01:16, 02 February 2012
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More than 70 people are killed in crowd violence following a football match in Port Said, Egypt. updated by David Levy, 03:07, 02 February 2012
More than 70 people are killed in crowd violence following a football match in Port Said, Egypt. updated by David Levy, 03:25, 02 February 2012
More than 70 people are killed in crowd violence following a football match in Port Said, Egypt. removed by Tone, 16:49, 07 February 2012
Queen Elizabeth II annuls Fred Goodwin's knighthood due to his role in The Royal Bank of Scotland's near-collapse. updated by Nikkimaria, 20:34, 02 February 2012

February 3

Polish poet Wisława Szymborska, recipient of the 1996 Nobel Prize in Literature, dies at the age of 88. added by Tone, 09:36, 03 February 2012
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Polish poet Wisława Szymborska (pictured), recipient of the 1996 Nobel Prize in Literature, dies at the age of 88. updated by David Levy, 15:47, 03 February 2012

February 4

Queen Elizabeth II annuls Fred Goodwin's knighthood due to his role in the Royal Bank of Scotland's near-collapse. updated by Holly Cheng, 03:31, 04 February 2012
Queen Elizabeth II annuls Fred Goodwin's knighthood due to his role in the Royal Bank of Scotland's near-collapse. removed by Tariqabjotu, 22:18, 06 February 2012

February 5

The passenger ferry MV Rabaul Queen sinks off the coast of Papua New Guinea, leaving 100 people still missing. added by Tariqabjotu, 08:59, 05 February 2012
The passenger ferry MV Rabaul Queen sinks off the coast of Papua New Guinea, leaving 100 people still missing. removed by Tone, 17:18, 07 February 2012

February 6

In American football, the New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLVI. added by Metropolitan90, 03:10, 06 February 2012
In American football, the New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLVI. removed by Spencer, 03:16, 06 February 2012
At least two hundred people are killed in Homs, Syria, during a military operation in the city. added by Tariqabjotu, 05:05, 06 February 2012
Sauli Niinistö of the National Coalition Party is elected President of Finland. added by Tariqabjotu, 05:45, 06 February 2012
At least two hundred people are killed in Homs, Syria, during a military operation in the city. updated by Tariqabjotu, 05:56, 06 February 2012
At least two hundred people are killed in Homs, Syria, during a military operation in the city. removed by Tariqabjotu, 06:28, 06 February 2012
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Sauli Niinistö (pictured) of the National Coalition Party is elected President of Finland. updated by PFHLai, 10:08, 06 February 2012
Polish poet Wisława Szymborska, recipient of the 1996 Nobel Prize in Literature, dies at the age of 88. updated by PFHLai, 10:08, 06 February 2012
Polish poet Wisława Szymborska, recipient of the 1996 Nobel Prize in Literature, dies at the age of 88. removed by Tone, 16:49, 07 February 2012
The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLVI. added by Tone, 10:29, 06 February 2012
The New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLVI. updated by Art LaPella, 14:54, 06 February 2012
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In American football, the New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLVI. added by David Levy, 16:06, 06 February 2012
In American football, the New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLVI. removed by Tone, 10:45, 09 February 2012
Russian scientists from the Vostok station drill the longest ever ice core of 3,768 meters and reach subglacial Lake Vostok, isolated under the Antarctic ice shield. added by Tone, 22:15, 06 February 2012
Syrian opposition leaders report that at least 200 people were during a military operation in Homs. added by Tariqabjotu, 22:18, 06 February 2012
Russian scientists reach Lake Vostok, isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a 3,768-meter (12,362 ft) borehole. updated by Tariqabjotu, 22:21, 06 February 2012
Syrian opposition leaders report that at least 200 people were killed during a military operation in Homs. updated by Tariqabjotu, 22:44, 06 February 2012
Russian scientists reach Lake Vostok, isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a 3,768-meter (12,362-foot) borehole. updated by David Levy, 22:51, 06 February 2012
Syrian opposition leaders report that at least 200 people were killed during a military operation in Homs. added by David Levy, 22:51, 06 February 2012

February 7

Syrian opposition leaders report that at least 200 people were killed during a military operation in Homs. updated by David Levy, 06:08, 07 February 2012
Mohammed Waheed Hassan is sworn in as the President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed due to weeks of protests led by local police dissidents. added by Tone, 16:49, 07 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador is banned for two years for doping and stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories, with Andy Schleck and Michele Scarponi, respectively, promoted to race winner. added by Tone, 17:18, 07 February 2012
Mohammed Waheed Hassan is sworn in as President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed due to weeks of protests led by local police dissidents. updated by David Levy, 18:16, 07 February 2012
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Mohammed Waheed Hassan (pictured) is sworn in as President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed due to weeks of protests led by local police dissidents. updated by David Levy, 18:50, 07 February 2012
Sauli Niinistö of the National Coalition Party is elected President of Finland. updated by David Levy, 18:50, 07 February 2012
Sauli Niinistö of the National Coalition Party is elected President of Finland. removed by David Levy, 00:12, 10 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador is banned for two years for doping and stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories. updated by Tone, 19:32, 07 February 2012
Mohammed Waheed Hassan (pictured) is sworn in as President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed due to weeks of protests. updated by Tariqabjotu, 21:26, 07 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned for two years for doping. updated by Tariqabjotu, 21:26, 07 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned from competition for two years. updated by David Levy, 21:48, 07 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned from competition for two years. removed by Tariqabjotu, 04:13, 10 February 2012

February 8

Russian scientists claim to reach Lake Vostok, isolated under the Antarctic ice shield. updated by Fox, 18:14, 08 February 2012
Syrian opposition leaders claim at least 55 people were killed during a military operation in Homs. updated by Fox, 18:14, 08 February 2012
Syrian opposition leaders claim at least 55 people were killed during a military operation in Homs. removed by BorgQueen, 00:04, 09 February 2012
Russian scientists claim to reach Lake Vostok, a body of water isolated under the Antarctic ice shield. updated by Fox, 18:17, 08 February 2012
Russian scientists reportedly reach Lake Vostok, a body of water isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a 3,768-metre (12,362-foot)^* borehole. updated by David Levy, 18:24, 08 February 2012
Mohammed Waheed Hassan (pictured) is sworn in as President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed. updated by David Levy, 22:20, 08 February 2012

February 9

Russian scientists reportedly reach Lake Vostok, a body of water isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a 3,768-meter (12,362-foot) borehole. updated by Tariqabjotu, 00:32, 09 February 2012
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Russian scientists reportedly reach Lake Vostok, a body of water isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a borehole 3,768 m (12,362 ft) deep. updated by Fox, 08:53, 09 February 2012
An earthquake off the coast of Negros Oriental, Philippines, kills 81 people and causes extensive damage. added by Tone, 10:45, 09 February 2012
Russian scientists reportedly reach Lake Vostok, a body of water isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a borehole 12,362 feet (3,768 m) deep. updated by David Levy, 20:29, 09 February 2012

February 10

Queen Elizabeth II, the second-longest reigning British monarch, celebrates her Diamond Jubilee. added by Tariqabjotu, 04:13, 10 February 2012
Mohammed Waheed Hassan (pictured) is sworn in as President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed. added by David Levy, 05:39, 10 February 2012
Queen Elizabeth II, the second-longest reigning British monarch, celebrates her Diamond Jubilee. added by David Levy, 05:39, 10 February 2012
Queen Elizabeth II, the second-longest reigning British monarch, celebrates her Diamond Jubilee. removed by Tone, 09:41, 13 February 2012
Russian scientists reportedly reach Lake Vostok, a body of water isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a borehole 12,362 feet (3,768 m) deep. updated by Holly Cheng, 16:59, 10 February 2012
Russian scientists reportedly reach Lake Vostok, a body of water isolated under the Antarctic ice shield, after drilling a borehole 12,362 feet (3,768 m) deep. removed by Tariqabjotu, 19:57, 12 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned from competition for two years. updated by Holly Cheng, 16:59, 10 February 2012

February 11

Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned from competition until August 5, 2012. updated by DarkFalls, 00:56, 11 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned from competition until August 5, 2012. removed by Thue, 02:24, 12 February 2012

February 12

American singer Whitney Houston dies aged 48. added by Thue, 02:24, 12 February 2012
American singer Whitney Houston dies aged 48. removed by David Levy, 02:32, 12 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned from competition until August 5, 2012. updated by David Levy, 02:32, 12 February 2012
Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, is stripped of his 2010 Tour de France and 2011 Giro d'Italia victories and banned from competition until August 5, 2012. removed by David Levy, 05:02, 12 February 2012
American singer Whitney Houston dies at the age of 48. updated by David Levy, 05:02, 12 February 2012
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American singer Whitney Houston (pictured) dies at the age of 48. updated by David Levy, 05:29, 12 February 2012
Mohammed Waheed Hassan is sworn in as President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed. updated by David Levy, 05:29, 12 February 2012
Mohammed Waheed Hassan is sworn in as President of the Maldives following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed. removed by Tone, 09:48, 13 February 2012
American singer Whitney Houston (pictured) dies at the age of 48. added by David Levy, 05:37, 12 February 2012
Spanish judge Baltasar Garzón is banned from the legal profession for 11 years after being convicted of illegal wiretapping. added by Tariqabjotu, 19:57, 12 February 2012
Spanish judge Baltasar Garzón is banned from the legal profession for 11 years after being convicted of illegal wiretapping. removed by Tone, 09:50, 13 February 2012
An earthquake off the coast of Negros Oriental, Philippines, kills 81 people and causes extensive damage. updated by Tariqabjotu, 19:57, 12 February 2012
An earthquake off the coast of Negros Oriental, Philippines, kills 81 people and causes extensive damage. removed by Tone, 22:40, 12 February 2012
The Artist wins seven awards, including Best Film at the 65th British Academy Film Awards. added by Tone, 22:40, 12 February 2012
The Artist wins seven awards, including Best Film, at the 65th British Academy Film Awards. updated by Tariqabjotu, 23:42, 12 February 2012

February 13

In football, Zambia wins their first Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Ivory Coast. added by Tone, 09:41, 13 February 2012
Adele wins Six Grammys including Record of the Year and Album of the Year at the 54th Grammy Awards. added by Tone, 09:48, 13 February 2012
In football, Zambia wins their first Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Côte d'Ivoire. updated by Tone, 09:48, 13 February 2012
Parliament of Greece passes austerity measures by Lucas Papademos' caretaker government amid protests. added by Tone, 09:50, 13 February 2012
Adele wins six Grammys including Record of the Year and Album of the Year at the 54th Grammy Awards. updated by Tone, 09:50, 13 February 2012
In football, Zambia wins the Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Côte d'Ivoire. updated by Tone, 09:53, 13 February 2012
Parliament of Greece passes austerity measures by Lucas Papademos' caretaker government amid protests. added by Tone, 09:54, 13 February 2012
Adele wins six Grammys including Record of the Year and Album of the Year at the 54th Grammy Awards. added by Tone, 09:54, 13 February 2012
In football, Zambia wins the Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Côte d'Ivoire. added by Tone, 09:54, 13 February 2012
The Artist wins seven awards, including Best Film, at the 65th British Academy Film Awards. added by Tone, 09:54, 13 February 2012
The Artist wins seven awards, including Best Film, at the 65th British Academy Film Awards. removed by Stephen, 02:20, 17 February 2012
Spanish judge Baltasar Garzón is banned from the legal profession for 11 years after being convicted of illegal wiretapping. updated by Tone, 09:54, 13 February 2012
Spanish judge Baltasar Garzón is banned from the legal profession for 11 years after being convicted of illegal wiretapping. removed by Ks0stm, 19:53, 15 February 2012
Amid protests, the Greek Parliament passes austerity measures by Lucas Papademos' caretaker government. added by David Levy, 13:47, 13 February 2012
Adele wins six Grammys, including Record of the Year and Album of the Year, at the 54th Grammy Awards. updated by David Levy, 13:47, 13 February 2012
In association football, the Africa Cup of Nations concludes with Zambia defeating Côte d'Ivoire. updated by David Levy, 13:47, 13 February 2012
In association football, the Africa Cup of Nations concludes with Zambia defeating Côte d'Ivoire. removed by Tone, 11:07, 17 February 2012
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Amid protests, the Greek Parliament passes austerity measures by the country's interim coalition government, led by Lucas Papademos (pictured). updated by David Levy, 14:23, 13 February 2012
American singer Whitney Houston dies at the age of 48. updated by David Levy, 14:23, 13 February 2012
American singer Whitney Houston dies at the age of 48. removed by Holly Cheng, 17:41, 16 February 2012
Adele wins six awards, including Record of the Year and Album of the Year, at the 54th Grammy Awards. updated by Tone, 21:38, 13 February 2012
Adele wins six awards, including Record of the Year and Album of the Year, at the 54th Grammy Awards. removed by Holly Cheng, 20:58, 18 February 2012

February 14

The first launch of ESA's Vega rocket successfully launches nine satellites, including its main payload LARES. added by Tone, 16:23, 14 February 2012
In its maiden flight, ESA's Vega rocket successfully launches LARES and eight other satellites. added by David Levy, 20:49, 14 February 2012
In its maiden flight, ESA's Vega rocket successfully launches LARES and eight other satellites. removed by PFHLai, 13:10, 20 February 2012

February 15

More than 300 inmates are killed in a fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras. added by Ks0stm, 19:53, 15 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 350 inmates. added by David Levy, 20:09, 15 February 2012

February 17

Indonesian airline Lion Air orders 230 aircraft from Boeing in a US$22.4 billion deal, a commercial aviation record. added by Stephen, 02:20, 17 February 2012
Indonesian airline Lion Air orders 230 aircraft from Boeing in a US$22.4 billion deal, a commercial aviation record. updated by Stephen, 02:22, 17 February 2012
Indonesian airline Lion Air orders 230 aircraft from Boeing in a US$22.4 billion deal, a commercial aviation record. removed by PFHLai, 13:10, 20 February 2012
President of Germany Christian Wulff resigns, over allegation of accepting advantage during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. added by Tone, 11:07, 17 February 2012
President of Germany Christian Wulff resigns following allegations that he accepted advantage during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. updated by Fox, 11:22, 17 February 2012
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President of Germany Christian Wulff (pictured) resigns following allegations that he accepted advantage during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. updated by Amalthea, 15:48, 17 February 2012
Amid protests, the Greek Parliament passes austerity measures by the country's interim coalition government, led by Lucas Papademos. updated by Amalthea, 15:48, 17 February 2012
Amid protests, the Greek Parliament passes austerity measures by the country's interim coalition government, led by Lucas Papademos. removed by Stephen, 23:05, 19 February 2012
President of Germany Christian Wulff (pictured) resigns following allegations of improper dealings during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. updated by Holly Cheng, 18:17, 17 February 2012

February 18

President of Germany Christian Wulff (pictured) resigns following allegations of corruption during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. updated by Holly Cheng, 00:29, 18 February 2012

February 19

A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. updated by The Rambling Man, 19:47, 19 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. removed by Spencer, 01:43, 23 February 2012
Caesar Must Die wins the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. added by Stephen, 23:05, 19 February 2012
Caesar Must Die wins the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. removed by ThaddeusB, 19:18, 25 February 2012

February 20

At least 44 people are killed when a riot breaks out in a prison in Apodaca, Mexico. added by Tone, 08:52, 20 February 2012
At least 44 people are killed during a riot in a prison in Apodaca, Mexico. updated by Fox, 09:00, 20 February 2012
At least 44 people are killed during a prison riot in Apodaca, Mexico. updated by Stephen, 20:14, 20 February 2012

February 21

Indonesian airline Lion Air orders 230 aircraft from Boeing in a US$22.4 billion deal, a commercial aviation record. updated by Bongwarrior, 01:06, 21 February 2012
Indonesian airline Lion Air orders 230 aircraft from Boeing in a US$22.4 billion deal, a commercial aviation record. removed by David Levy, 00:24, 23 February 2012
In its maiden flight, ESA's Vega rocket successfully launches LARES and eight other satellites. updated by Bongwarrior, 01:06, 21 February 2012
In its maiden flight, ESA's Vega rocket successfully launches LARES and eight other satellites. removed by Tone, 10:02, 22 February 2012

February 22

Scientists report regenerating specimens of Silene stenophylla from 32,000 years old seed tissue. added by Tone, 10:02, 22 February 2012
Scientists reportedly regenerate specimens of Silene stenophylla from placental tissue frozen approximately 32,000 years ago. updated by David Levy, 13:27, 22 February 2012

February 23

A train crash in Buenos Aires, Argentina kills 49 people and injures 676 others. Spencer^T♦C 01:43, 23 February 2012 (UTC) added by Spencer, 01:43, 23 February 2012[reply]
A train crash in Buenos Aires, Argentina kills 49 people and injures 676 others. updated by Spencer, 01:44, 23 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires, Argentina kills 49 people and injures 676 others. Spencer^T♦C 01:43, 23 February 2012 (UTC) removed by Spencer, 01:44, 23 February 2012[reply]
A train crash in Buenos Aires, Argentina, kills 49 people and injures 676 others. updated by David Levy, 01:48, 23 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires kills at least 49 people and injures more than 675 others. added by David Levy, 02:02, 23 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires kills at least 50 people and injures more than 675 others. updated by David Levy, 02:52, 23 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires kills at least 50 people and injures more than 675 others. added by Mjroots, 12:31, 23 February 2012
Conflict in Syria – Wikinews – Recent deaths – More current events... added by ThaddeusB, 13:03, 23 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires kills at least 49 people and injures more than 700 others. updated by ThaddeusB, 16:09, 23 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires kills at least 50 people and injures more than 700 others. updated by David Levy, 16:51, 23 February 2012

February 24

Conflict in Syria – Wikinews – Recent deaths – More current events... updated by Jayron32, 06:24, 24 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. updated by Amalthea, 08:58, 24 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires kills 50 people and injures 703 others. updated by Fox, 09:06, 24 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills 358 people. updated by Amalthea, 09:43, 24 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills 358 people. removed by BorgQueen, 00:33, 25 February 2012
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A train crash (aftermath pictured) in Buenos Aires kills 50 people and injures 703 others. updated by Tariqabjotu, 17:45, 24 February 2012
President of Germany Christian Wulff resigns following allegations of corruption during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. updated by Tariqabjotu, 17:45, 24 February 2012
President of Germany Christian Wulff resigns following allegations of corruption during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. removed by PFHLai, 00:47, 25 February 2012

February 25

A train crash (aftermath pictured) in Buenos Aires kills 50 people and injures 703 others. updated by David Levy, 07:26, 25 February 2012
A train crash (aftermath pictured) in Buenos Aires kills 51 people and injures 703 others. updated by Mjroots, 08:32, 25 February 2012
A train crash (aftermath pictured) in Buenos Aires kills 51 people and injures more than 700 others. updated by David Levy, 08:59, 25 February 2012
Euro zone finance ministers reach an agreement on a second bailout for Greece. added by ThaddeusB, 19:18, 25 February 2012
Euro zone finance ministers reach an agreement on a second bailout for Greece. updated by ThaddeusB, 19:19, 25 February 2012
Eurozone finance ministers reach an agreement on a second bailout for Greece. added by David Levy, 19:31, 25 February 2012
A train crash (aftermath pictured) in Buenos Aires kills 51 people and injures more than 700 others. updated by Floquenbeam, 20:56, 25 February 2012
A train crash (aftermath pictured) in Buenos Aires kills 51 people and injures more than 700 others. updated by David Levy, 21:08, 25 February 2012
Scientists reportedly regenerate specimens of Silene stenophylla from placental tissue frozen approximately 32,000 years ago. updated by Floquenbeam, 21:52, 25 February 2012
At least 44 people are killed during a prison riot in Apodaca, Mexico. updated by Floquenbeam, 21:52, 25 February 2012
At least 44 people are killed during a prison riot in Apodaca, Mexico. removed by Tone, 07:48, 27 February 2012

February 26

Caesar Must Die wins the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. updated by David Levy, 00:05, 26 February 2012
President of Germany Christian Wulff resigns following allegations of corruption during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. updated by David Levy, 00:05, 26 February 2012
President of Germany Christian Wulff resigns following allegations of corruption during his tenure as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. removed by ThaddeusB, 00:54, 27 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. updated by ThaddeusB, 02:59, 26 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. removed by Tariqabjotu, 05:00, 26 February 2012
Scientists reportedly regenerate specimens of Silene stenophylla from placental tissue frozen approximately 32,000 years ago. added by David Levy, 04:12, 26 February 2012
Scientists reportedly regenerate specimens of Silene stenophylla from placental tissue frozen approximately 32,000 years ago. removed by Stephen, 00:19, 29 February 2012
Caesar Must Die wins the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. added by David Levy, 04:12, 26 February 2012
Caesar Must Die wins the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. removed by ThaddeusB, 00:54, 27 February 2012
Deadly protests erupt across Afghanistan after several copies of the Quran were burned by U.S. troops at Bagram Airfield. added by Tariqabjotu, 05:00, 26 February 2012
Deadly protests erupt across Afghanistan after several copies of the Quran are burned by U.S. troops at Bagram Airfield. updated by Tariqabjotu, 05:04, 26 February 2012
Deadly protests erupt across Afghanistan after several copies of the Quran are burned by U.S. troops at Bagram Airfield. removed by Tariqabjotu, 05:58, 26 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. updated by Tariqabjotu, 05:58, 26 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. removed by Tariqabjotu, 16:45, 26 February 2012
Garry Conille resigns as Prime Minister of Haiti, after four months in office. added by Tariqabjotu, 16:45, 26 February 2012
Garry Conille resigns as Prime Minister of Haiti after four months in office. updated by Tariqabjotu, 16:46, 26 February 2012
Garry Conille resigns as Prime Minister of Haiti after four months in office. removed by Tariqabjotu, 16:50, 26 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. updated by Tariqabjotu, 16:50, 26 February 2012
A fire at a prison in Comayagua, Honduras, kills more than 380 people. removed by ThaddeusB, 00:54, 27 February 2012

February 27

At least 23 people are killed during protests after several copies of the Quran are burned at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan. added by ThaddeusB, 00:54, 27 February 2012
At least 23 people are killed during protests after copies of the Quran are burned at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan. updated by ThaddeusB, 01:15, 27 February 2012
The Artist wins five Oscars, including Best Picture, at the 84th Academy Awards. added by Tone, 07:48, 27 February 2012

February 28

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The Artist, directed by Michel Hazanavicius (pictured), wins five Oscars, including Best Picture, at the 84th Academy Awards. updated by BorgQueen, 12:10, 28 February 2012
A train crash in Buenos Aires kills 51 people and injures more than 700 others. updated by BorgQueen, 12:10, 28 February 2012

February 29

Chinese architect Wang Shu wins the Pritzker Architecture Prize. added by Stephen, 00:19, 29 February 2012
Chinese architect Wang Shu wins the Pritzker Architecture Prize. removed by Spencer, 03:10, 29 February 2012
Scientists reportedly regenerate specimens of Silene stenophylla from placental tissue frozen approximately 32,000 years ago. updated by Spencer, 03:10, 29 February 2012
Scientists reportedly regenerate specimens of Silene stenophylla from placental tissue frozen approximately 32,000 years ago. removed by Stephen, 04:50, 29 February 2012
Chinese architect Wang Shu wins the Pritzker Architecture Prize. updated by Stephen, 04:50, 29 February 2012