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Christchurch pays tribute to 185 quake victims one year on... in a city that still lies in ruins
Wednesday was a day of reflection as more than 10,000 people stood in silence, some in tears, while police officers and firefighters read out the full list of victims. The earthquake destroyed thousands of homes and other buildings, causing 30 billion dollars worth of damage, according to the government's estimate. Read More
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Italy earthquake: woman, 65, pulled alive from rubble
Victim had returned to damaged home to retrieve clothes when second quake struck, bringing down building A 65-year-old woman has been pulled alive from the wreckage of her home in Italy, 12 hours after an earthquake destroyed homes,... Read Post
The day Rome didn’t disappear
Romans let out a sigh of relief Wednesday morning. Everything was still in place: buildings, famous ancient ruins, schools and homes. In recent months, concerns of a possible earthquake that was going to destroy the "Eternal City" s... Read Post
One year on, New Zealand mourns Christchurch quake victims
The Associated Press reports from WELLINGTON, New Zealand — More than 10,000 New Zealanders stood in silence, some in tears, at a Christchurch park Wednesday while police officers and firefighters read out the names of all 185 peopl... Read Post