Indonesian earthquake kills at least 71, flattens hundreds of
buildings
A powerful earthquake flattened hundreds of
buildings in western Indonesia on Tuesday, killing at least 71
people and leaving hospitals grappling with scores of injured,
officials said.
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Koreans look south to study, retire and stretch budgets
South Korean retirees who want to stretch their
budgets and students seeking a cheaper English-language education
are increasingly flocking to Southeast Asia, where the sunshine is
an added bonus.
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21 killed in Bangladesh slum fire
At least 21 people including 10 children were
killed early Tuesday when a fire swept through a slum in
Bangladesh's southeastern port city of Chittagong, police said.
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US missile plan triggers NATO tensions
A U.S. plan to base a missile defence system in
eastern Europe triggered friction among NATO allies on Monday as the
Czech Republic rejected criticism of talks with Washington over its
possible participation.
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