The former president’s death drew tributes from Chinese people at a fraught moment for the current leader, Xi Jinping, who faces widespread criticism of his harsh Covid policies.
Tag: Deaths (Fatalities)
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The Exceptionally American Problem of Rising Roadway Deaths
Why other rich nations have surpassed the U.S. in protecting pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
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Indonesia Earthquake Takes a Heavy Toll on Children
Children accounted for a third of the at least 272 dead when an earthquake hit Indonesia this week. Experts say the disaster highlights poor building standards in rural areas.
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Haunted by Disaster, Volunteers Search for Survivors in Indonesia
Amid aftershocks and landslides from Monday’s deadly quake in West Java, bands of volunteer rescuers have put aside their daily lives to save others.
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How Covid Myths Spread on Far-Right Social Media Platforms
The Biden administration has pushed social media giants like Facebook to curb Covid misinformation. But it is thriving on fringe platforms like Gab, a hub for extremist content.