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Astronauts: Past and Present

Cleveland, OH - August 29, 2008 -- An all-star gathering of legendary American astronauts appeared in Cleveland, Ohio on August 29, 2008 to celebrate the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) 50th anniversary. John Glenn, the first American to orbit Earth, Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, Jim Lovell, veteran of two Apollo missions, and Kathryn Sullivan, the first woman to walk in space joined 15 other astronauts from Ohio..From left to right in the front row are Kenneth Cameron, Robert Springer, Neil Armstrong, John Glenn, James Lovell and Kathryn Sullivan. .From left to right in the middle row are Nancy Currie, Terence Henricks, Ronald Sega, Curt Brown, Gregory Harbaugh, Thomas Hennen and Carl Walz..From left to right in the back row are Mary Weber, Michael Foreman, Michael Gernhardt, Kevin Kregel, Donald Thomas and Suni Williams..Photo by NASA via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Thierry Ardisson and Virginie Efira

Thierry Ardisson and Virginie Efira in Paris. France on August 26, 2008. Photo by Patrick Davy/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Lebanese President 'Historical' Visit To Syria - Damascus

Syrian president Bashar Al Assad (R) and his wife Asma (2nd L) receive Lebanese president Michel Sleiman (2nd R) and his wife Wafaa in Damascus, Syria on August 13, 2008, in a 'historical' visit during which they announced establishing diplomatic ties between their two countries. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Lebanese President 'Historical' Visit To Syria - Damascus

Syrian president Bashar Al Assad (background R) and his wife Asma (R) receive Lebanese president Michel Sleiman (background L) and his wife Wafaa (L) in Damascus, Syria on August 13, 2008, in a 'historical' visit during which they announced establishing diplomatic ties between their two countries. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bashar Al Assad receives Bernard Kouchner - Damascus

In just over ten days, Syrian rebels have taken control of Syria's main cities, including the capital Damascus on Saturday night. President Bashar al-Assad, in power since 2000, has fled the country, according to Russia - FILE - Syrian president Bashar Al Assad receives French Foreign Affairs Minister Bernard Kouchner in Damascus, Syria, on August 25, 2008. Kouchner's visit is to prepare French president Sarkozy's visit to Syria on the first week of September. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Lebanese President 'Historical' Visit To Syria - Damascus

In just over ten days, Syrian rebels have taken control of Syria's main cities, including the capital Damascus on Saturday night. President Bashar al-Assad, in power since 2000, has fled the country, according to Russia - FILE - Syrian president Bashar Al Assad (L) and his wife Asma (2nd L) receive Lebanese president Michel Sleiman (R) and his wife Wafaa in Damascus, Syria on August 13, 2008, in a 'historical' visit during which they announced establishing diplomatic ties between their two countries. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Lebanese President 'Historical' Visit To Syria - Damascus

In just over ten days, Syrian rebels have taken control of Syria's main cities, including the capital Damascus on Saturday night. President Bashar al-Assad, in power since 2000, has fled the country, according to Russia - FILE - Syrian president Bashar Al Assad (R) and Lebanese president Michel Sleiman review the troops in Damascus, Syria on August 13, 2008, in a 'historical' visit during which they announced establishing diplomatic ties between their two countries. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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World's First Unfinished Building in Tianjin

TIANJIN, CHINA - AUGUST 28, 2024 - The 597-meter high Goldin Finance 117 Tower, known as the world's first unfinished building, is pictured in Tianjin, China, August 28, 2024. The construction of Goldin Finance 117 Building in Xiqing District, Tianjin began in September 2008, and on September 8, 2015, Goldin Finance 117 completed the main structure. Goldin Finance 117 has become an unfinished building, stalled by Goldin's plunging market value and poor sales.

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Former Top US Diplomat Bill Richardson Dies Aged 75

File photo - Denver, CO - August 28, 2008 -- Governor Bill Richardson of New Mexico speaks on day 4 of the 2008 Democratic National Convention at INVESCO Field at Mile High Stadium in Denver, Colorado on Thursday, August 28, 2008. - Bill Richardson, the former New Mexico governor, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and Secretary of Energy under President Bill Clinton, has died. Richardson was 75. Photo by Ron Sachs - CNP /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Top US Diplomat Bill Richardson Dies Aged 75

File photo - Denver, CO - August 28, 2008 -- Governor Bill Richardson of New Mexico speaks on day 4 of the 2008 Democratic National Convention at INVESCO Field at Mile High Stadium in Denver, Colorado on Thursday, August 28, 2008. - Bill Richardson, the former New Mexico governor, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and Secretary of Energy under President Bill Clinton, has died. Richardson was 75. Photo by Ron Sachs - CNP /ABACAPRESS.COM

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