A seismic rupture in a Christchurch road.
Locals leave quake-hit Christchurch
Authorities are evacuating residents from earthquake-hit Christchurch as New Zealand prime minister John Key visits the city to assess the damage. More
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Oil spill bill
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Barack Obama declares an end to the seven-year US combat mission in Iraq and says his priority is now rebuilding America's economy.
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