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Port-Au-Prince, Haiti -- U.S. scientists say they're helping Haitians prepare for reconstruction and long-term earthquake monitoring in the wake of the devastating Jan. 12 earthquake.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- Russian Vera Zvonareva, one day after winning a tournament in Thailand, posted a first-round win Monday at the $2 million Dubai Tennis Championships.

Nairobi, Kenya -- Helping the world's smallest farms stay abreast of climate change and competition is key to feeding the planet's growing population, scientists in Kenya said.

Lilongwe, Malawi -- U.S. pop star Madonna's proposal to build a $15 million all-girls school in Malawi could displace more than 200 Blantyre villagers, E! News said Friday.

Costa Do Sauipe, Brazil -- Second-seeded Albert Montanes of Spain won his opening match Monday in the Brasil Open, topping Simon Greul of Germany in straight sets.

Johannesburg, South Africa -- Spaniard Feliciano Lopez claimed his second ATP title Sunday, defeating Stephane Robert at the SA Tennis Open in South Africa.

Johannesburgh, South Africa -- Gabe Monfils and David Ferrer, the top two seeds, lost their semifinal matches Saturday at the SA Tennis Open in Johannesburg.

Johannesburg, South Africa -- Third-seeded Feliciano Lopez, fueled by 10 aces Wednesday, powered his way into the quarterfinals of the $500,000 SA Tennis Open in South Africa.

Johannesburg, South Africa -- The two top seeds, Gael Monfils and David Ferrer, cruised to opening round wins Tuesday at the $500,000 SA Tennis Open in Johannesburg.

Scottsville, South Africa -- South African scientists say chemicals in smoke from forest fires may regulate seed germination and play a key role in the rebirth of burned landscape.