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EU observers say 21 killed in Nigeria election violence

EU observers say 21 killed in Nigeria election violence

EUROPEAN Union election observers said on Monday at least 21 people were killed during Nigeria's regional elections, which were marked by intimidation, violence and a low turnout. Nigerians voted for state governors in 28 of 36 states on Saturday. Results were still expected from several states on Monday, including northeastern Adamawa, a conservative and Muslim state, which could elect its first female governor. Barry Andrews, European Union Observer Mission Nigeria chief observer told a news conference that Lagos, which re-elected the ruling party's governor, was among several southern and central states that witnessed poll-related violence. "Polling on election day was again disrupted…
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Cold weather in China kills 21 in ultramarathon, sparks outrage

Cold weather in China kills 21 in ultramarathon, sparks outrage

LUSHA ZHANG and RYAN WOO TWENTY-ONE people were killed when extremely cold weather struck during an ultramarathon in rugged Gansu province in northwestern China, sparking public outrage on Sunday over the lack of contingency planning. The 100-km (62-mile) race began on Saturday from a scenic area at a bend in the Yellow River known for its sheer cliffs and rock columns. The route would take runners through canyons and hills on an arid plateau at an elevation of over 1,000 metres (3,300 feet). The race kicked off at 9 a.m. (01.00 GMT) with runners clad in t-shirts and shorts under…
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