Earthquake Strikes Sichuan Ushering Death Toll Closer
A 6.6 magnitude quake hit Sichuan China killing at least 28 and injuring 100 near the 2008 disaster zone. Epicenter depth was reported at 8 miles by Xinhua as rescuers mobilize amid aftershocks.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 2013
Page
4
A 6.6 magnitude quake hit Sichuan China killing at least 28 and injuring 100 near the 2008 disaster zone. Epicenter depth was reported at 8 miles by Xinhua as rescuers mobilize amid aftershocks.
The Boy Scouts of America proposed letting gay youths join while still restricting gay adults from leading troops. The plan drew mixed reactions from supporters and opponents, with major groups like the Mormon Church studying the proposal ahead of a May vote.
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Bowles and Simpson seek congressional engagement on a 2.5 trillion deficit plan including 740 billion in revenue over ten years and a higher Medicare age. They propose replacing automatic cuts with tax increases and reform, aiming to cut debt below 70 percent of GDP by 2023 while protecting entitlements.
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