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Japan
Powerful Earthquake
On Japan’s Hokkaido island, a 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Thursday killing at least 7 people and knocking out power to 5.3 million residents. 33 people are missing and over 300 injured as landslides followed the quake. The nuclear facility in the area was shut down. Japan is still dealing with the aftermath of Typhoon Jebi, the most powerful typhoon to hit the nation in 25 years. President Shinzo Abe says 25,000 troops have been deployed for rescue efforts in Hokkaido.
This map depicts the epicenter of the earthquake. Click on the map to learn more.
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Graphic Source: CNBC
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Iraq
Violent Protests
Protestors took to the streets for a third day in a row, in the southern city of Basra, Iraq. 280 miles south of Baghdad, the public displayed frustration over high unemployment rates, poor government services, as well as electricity and water shortages, contaminated water, and problems with sanitation in the region that generates much of Iraq’s oil. One person died and 21 others were wounded yesterday after security forces used tear gas and live ammunition. Tuesday, at least five people were killed, and 68 civilians and security forces were injured in demonstrations. Violent protests come amidst Iraqi politicians’ struggle to form a functioning government following the parliamentary elections.
This map depicts the location of Basra and Baghdad in Iraq. Click on the map to learn more.
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Graphic Source: CNN
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India
Kolkata bridge collapse
In the south of Kolkata, India, the Majerhat bridge imploded during rush hour, which caused several vehicles to be crushed. There was at least one fatality, and 25 more injured and hospitalized. A disaster rescue team, including four cranes and 500 rescue workers, is searching for people who are trapped and covered under rubble. The bridge, which connects the southwestern part of the city to the other parts of Kolkata, was crowded with commuters at the time of the collapse.
This map depicts the location of the Majerhat bridge on the city map of Kolkata. Click on the map to learn more.
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Q: Over which river does the Q’eswachaka Bridge, a bridge made out of grass dating back to the Inca empire, cross?
A: Apurímac River
The 100-foot long Q’eswachaka bridge crosses over the Apurímac River in Peru. By tradition continued to this day, local inhabitants of neighboring villages weave a new replacement bridge out of grass every year.
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Q: What midwestern city was “raised” 4 to 10 feet above sea level in the 19th century?
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