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Many feared dead from 7.1-magnitude quake in Kumamoto, Japan

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A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan, causing widespread damage, injuries and fears of deaths. A shopping mall collapsed and the walls of Kumamoto Castle were damaged. Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi pledged a full government response.

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Many feared dead from 7.1-magnitude quake in Kumamoto, Japan

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