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Insurance Denials for Cancer Treatment, South Korea's Political Crisis, and Tennessee's Hurricane Recovery

An NBC News investigation reveals that insurance companies are increasingly denying cancer patients coverage for life-saving treatments, causing delays and even deaths; South Korea's acting president was impeached just weeks after the former president's removal; and a Tennessee town is slowly recove...

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20th Anniversary of 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami: Aceh Mourns

On December 26, 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake off Sumatra triggered a tsunami killing approximately 230,000 people across 12 countries, displacing 1.7 million more, and leaving a lasting impact on Aceh, Indonesia, where thousands gathered for memorial services marking the 20th anniversary.

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2004 Asian Tsunami Memorials Highlight Need for Disaster Preparedness

On December 26, 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake in the Indian Ocean triggered a devastating tsunami that killed over 226,000 people in Asia and Africa, highlighting the need for better disaster warning systems and preparedness.

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2004 Tsunami's Enduring Trauma: Banda Aceh Survivor's Account

The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, triggered by a 9.1 magnitude earthquake off Sumatra, killed over 220,000 people, with over 165,000 deaths in Indonesia; Djafaruddin, a Banda Aceh resident, recounts his experience recovering bodies and witnessing the suffering of orphaned children.

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British Columbia Under Avalanche Warning Due to Severe Storms

Avalanche Canada issued "considerable" and "moderate" avalanche warnings for much of British Columbia due to a series of storms causing significant snowfall and strong winds, leading to unstable snowpack; a recent avalanche near Whistler involving five skiers highlights the danger.

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Supervolcano Threat: A 1-in-6 Chance of Catastrophic Eruption This Century

The 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora caused a global catastrophe, and scientists warn of a 1-in-6 chance of a similar event this century, with potentially devastating consequences due to a warmer, more populated world.

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2004 Tsunami's Devastating Impact on Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A BBC journalist recounts her experience aboard a ferry during the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, detailing the immediate impact on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the extent of damage, and the long-term consequences for the affected communities.

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20th Anniversary of 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami: Remembrance and Reflection

On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, survivors across Indonesia, Thailand, India, and Sri Lanka held commemorative ceremonies, remembering the more than 230,000 lives lost and the lasting impact of the disaster, which displaced 1.7 million people.

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Sri Lanka Tsunami Survivors: A Story of Resilience and Trauma

On Boxing Day 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake triggered a devastating tsunami in the Indian Ocean, killing approximately 228,000 people. British couple Jason and Nicola, backpacking in Sri Lanka, survived the catastrophic event after being separated by a wave, highlighting remarkable resilience and...

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2004 Boxing Day Tsunami: Death Toll, Aid Response, and Lasting Impacts

The 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, triggered by a major earthquake in the Indian Ocean, caused over 230,000 deaths across southern Asia, prompting a significant Australian aid response and influencing regional political dynamics while underscoring the need for improved tsunami warning systems.

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King Felipe VI's Valencian Community Visits Highlight Political Tensions

King Felipe VI's four post-flood visits to the Valencian Community sparked controversy, with his initial visit, four days after the October floods, drawing criticism for its timing and impact on public perception of the government. Subsequent visits, including one with his family, have received more...

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2004 Tsunami: Improved Warning Systems, Persistent Near-Source Evacuation Challenges

The 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, triggered by a magnitude 9.1 earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, killed 275,000 people and caused a 15-meter shift in the Indo-Australian tectonic plate, prompting significant improvements in global tsunami warning systems but leaving near-source evacuation a critical c...

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