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Magnitude 7.3 earthquake hits Pacific island nation of Vanuatu
The USGS says a magnitude 7.3 earthquake has struck just off the coast of Vanuatu in the South Pacific OceanABC News - 8m -
Fears of Humanitarian Crisis on Mayotte After Tropical Cyclone Chido
Officials on the archipelago off the eastern coast of Africa said the number of people killed by Tropical Cyclone Chido could be much higher than the 21 now confirmed dead.The New York Times - 5h -
Many feared dead as cyclone hits French territory of Mayotte
Ferocious winds from storm Chido strike island after ‘incredibly high’ temperatures in Indian OceanFinancial Times - 7h -
French president announces national mourning period after cyclone slams island territory of Mayotte, and will visit
French president announces national mourning period after cyclone slams island territory of Mayotte, and will visitABC News - 7h -
Mayotte cyclone: health services in ruins as rescuers race to reach survivors
Medical supplies airlifted to French Indian Ocean territory after Cyclone Chido leaves hundreds feared dead. Explainer: Everything you need to know about Mayotte . The worst cyclone to hit ...The Guardian - 8h -
Why was French territory of Mayotte so ill-equipped to deal with Cyclone Chido?
A brief look at the small Indian Ocean archipelago hit by what local authorities call an ‘immense catastrophe’. Winds of at least 140mph from Cyclone Chido have devastated the French overseas ...The Guardian - 14h -
Thousands feared dead after Cyclone Chido hits French territory Mayotte
Rescue workers are rushing to the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean after it was devastated by the powerful Cyclone Chido.CBS News - 16h -
Hundreds feared dead in French territory of Mayotte after cyclone hits
The death toll in the French territory of Mayotte from Cyclone Chido is "several hundred" and may run into the thousands.CBS News - 1d -
At Least 11 Dead in Mayotte After Tropical Cyclone Chido Strikes
The prefect of Mayotte said the death toll could climb. The storm, the equivalent of a Category 3, made landfall in Mozambique on Sunday.The New York Times - 1d -
Mayotte feels like nuclear war aftermath since cyclone, residents say
Rescuers search through debris after the French Indian Ocean territory was hit by the worst storm in 90 years.BBC News - 7h -
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Thousands feared dead after cyclone slams into Indian Ocean archipelago of Mayotte
Thousands were feared dead on Monday after a Cyclone Chido tore through Mayotte, a French Indian Ocean territory, leaving swaths of the population cut off.NBC News - 10h -
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France rushes help to Mayotte, where hundreds or even thousands died in Cyclone Chido
France is using ships and military aircraft to rush rescue workers and supplies to its Indian Ocean territory of MayotteABC News - 11h -
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Deadly cyclone devastates French Indian Ocean islands
Authorities fear that the death toll caused by Cyclone Chido in the French territory of Mayotte will rise sharply as information filters through from remote areas. It was the worst storm to hit ...NBC News - 15h -
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Rescuers race to reach survivors in French territory of Mayotte after cyclone
Rescuers were working quickly on Monday to reach survivors after Cyclone Chido hit the French territory of Mayotte on Saturday, causing major damage to its airport and cutting off electricity, ...Yahoo Sports - 20h -
At least 11 dead in French territory of Mayotte amid Cyclone Chido devastation
The death toll in the French territory of Mayotte from Cyclone Chido is “several hundred” and may run into the thousandsABC News - 22h -
Hundreds feared dead in French territory of Mayotte after cyclone hits
The death toll in the French territory of Mayotte from Cyclone Chido is "several hundred" and may run into the thousands.CBS News - 1d -
Bedard scores in 3rd period as the Blackhawks beat the Islanders 5-3
Connor Bedard scored with 54 seconds left and Arvid Soderblom made 30 saves, helping the Chicago Blackhawks beat the New York Islanders 5-3ABC News - 1d -
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Hundreds feared dead as Cyclone Chido devastates French island of Mayotte
Witnesses tell of ‘apocalyptic scenes’ after worst storm to hit the Indian Ocean territory in almost a century . At least several hundred people are feared to have been killed after the worst ...The Guardian - 1d -
Top government official in French territory of Mayotte says the death toll from Cyclone Chido is 'several hundred'
Top government official in French territory of Mayotte says the death toll from Cyclone Chido is 'several hundred'ABC News - 1d -
French Interior Ministry says at least 11 people died in Mayotte after Cyclone Chido hit the Indian Ocean territory
French Interior Ministry says at least 11 people died in Mayotte after Cyclone Chido hit the Indian Ocean territoryABC News - 1d -
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Cyclone Chido hits France’s Mayotte archipelago, killing at least 11
Fears over food, water and sanitation as strongest storm in more than 90 years hits islands in Indian Ocean. At least 11 people were killed after a cyclone slammed into Mayotte, the most intense ...The Guardian - 1d -
Cyclone Chido kills several in French territory of Mayotte before heading for Africa's east coast
Officials say the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean has suffered extensive damage from Cyclone ChidoABC News - 2d -
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Indian Ocean islands of Comoros, Madagascar and Mayotte are bracing for Cyclone Chido
The islands of Comoros, Madagascar and Mayotte in the Indian Ocean are bracing for Cyclone Chido as it makes its way toward Africa’s east coastABC News - 3d -
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Small island nations face climate-induced ‘catastrophe’, warn experts
First comprehensive study on health and climate change in small island developing states lays bare impact of the crisis and calls for action from richer countries. The 65 million people living in ...The Guardian - 6d -
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Jon Stewart slams media speculation of Trump presidency
“The Daily Show” host Jon Stewart criticized the media’s coverage of President-elect Trump’s incoming presidency, questioning whether some speculation is doing more harm than good. “We don't know ...The Hill - Dec. 7 -
My secret corner of Paris: readers’ favourite places to visit in the French capital
From a traditional bonbon shop to a hidden jazz club, our tipsters share their favourite haunts in the City of Light. Of all the chocolatiers’ windows in Paris , Au Chat Bleu at 85 Boulevard ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
French Government Falls After National Assembly Approves No-Confidence Vote
The vote marks the first time in decades a prime minister has been ousted by lawmakers, as political paralysis grips the countryThe Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
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Taiwan’s president visits Marshall Islands on Pacific tour of diplomatic allies
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te arrived in the Marshall Islands on his first overseas state visit since taking office in May.NBC News - Dec. 3