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China launches rescue after Tibet quake kills 16
China has ordered an all-out rescue effort after a magnitude 7.0 earthquake in Tibet killed at least 16 people. More than 12,000 residents were evacuated, with many afraid to return to their homes as authorities respond to the disaster.
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