"Deadly 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Western China, Leaving Dozens Injured"

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A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck western China's Xinjiang region, injuring six people and causing damage to over 120 homes. The quake, part of a series of seismic events in the country's western regions, downed power lines and led to the suspension of train services. The affected area, predominantly populated by Uyghurs, is facing freezing temperatures, complicating rescue efforts. In a separate incident, a landslide in Yunnan province buried 18 homes, resulting in casualties and ongoing search operations. The earthquake's tremors were felt across the region and in neighboring countries, prompting the suspension of classes and evacuation measures.
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