美联社新闻一分钟 AP NEWS 2008-02-07（在线收听）

1. It's the chaos after the storm. Rescue crews across the South are picking through the debris left by a cluster of tornados. At least 50 people have been reported dead and neighborhoods leveled in five states.

2. John McCain is calling for all Conservatives to join his bandwagon. The maverick Republican has been facing some harsh rhetoric from the far-right. But following his wins on Super Tuesday, he says it's time for everyone in the GOP to unite.

3. The space shuttle Atlantis is ready for its big trip. It's supposed to take off tomorrow and carry a new science lab to the International Space Station. Thunderstorms, though, could keep it on the ground.

4. The Year of the Rat is starting up with a bang. The Chinese New Year begins today. In Beijing, that calls for a night of fireworks, dancing and partying.