2. A methane gas leak at a coal mine  in Russia's far north triggered 3 explosions that ignited the fire and partially collapsed the mine, killing 36 people officials said on Sunday. The dead included 5 rescue workers and a mine worker who were killed early Sunday, when the third explosion rocked the mine. 

 

3. Militants attacked an outdoor market on Sunday in eastern Baghdad, killing at least 24 people and wounding dozens. Minutes later, a suicide bomber blew himself up amid the crowd, that gathered at the site of the first bombing. 

 

4. And it is Hollywood's big night as preps are underway for the 88th academy awards. Police presence and security was already in place, ahead of the Oscars telecast later this evening.