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Massive landslide buries dozens in China

Chinese rescue workers searched for dozens of people believed to be trapped by a massive landslide in the southwest city of Chongqing on Saturday, a state-run news agency reported. Rescuers said about 80 people were buried in debris from the …

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Fargo Neighborhood Evacuated as Waters Rise

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Along the banks of this city, the Red River surpassed its highest level in history Friday morning, forcing the emergency evacuation of one neighborhood before dawn and leading city leaders here, once cheerfully upbeat, to sound far more dire. “We …

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Australian Bushfire Death Toll May Hit 300; Police Probe Arson

The death toll from Australia’s deadliest bushfires may reach 300, officials said, as police probe whether the blaze in the worst-hit town of Marysville was lit deliberately. At least 181 people are confirmed dead in the wildfires sweeping through Victoria …

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Snowy weather’s latest wave brings delay and disruption

Snow and harsh winter conditions were causing disruption across the UK today, with some councils warning that salt and grit supplies were running low. Further problems were expected for public transport, schools and businesses with severe weather warnings in place …

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More snow, ice and disruption on the way for Britain

The heavy snow that disrupted the lives and businesses of millions of people this week will continue to cause problems as treacherous weather moves across the country, forecasters have warned. Northern Scotland, Wales and south-western parts of England and the …

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