Japan fights forest fire that's damaged dozens of homes, caused hundreds to evacuate
Japan is fighting a forest fire that has destroyed or damaged dozens of homes and forced hundreds of residents to evacuate in a northeastern coastal city
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Thousands evacuated as Japan's biggest fire in decades continues to burn
At least one person has died and more than 80 buildings have been damaged in the blaze.BBC News - 8h -
Homes evacuated after huge lorry fire breaks out
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NOAA begins firing hundreds of staffers
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Media caused us lasting damage, say Liam Payne's family
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Forest Service firings could impact wildfire preparedness
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‘America is going down’: China can capitalise on damage caused by Trump, former PLA colonel says
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NOAA firings spark fears about long-term damage
The Trump administration has made drastic cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that threaten to impact weather forecasting and other key services provided by the ...The Hill - 2d
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What to watch for at China’s major political event this week
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Pope stable and resting in hospital, again skips Sunday noon blessing as he recovers from pneumonia
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