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Japan earthquake: More than 100 aftershocks hit after powerful quake that killed 13

A powerful earthquake hit southwestern Japan, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The death toll has risen to 34, with many more people still trapped under debris. Rescue efforts are underway, but hopes of finding survivors are dwindling. The earthquake has triggered over 100 aftershocks.

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The death toll has increased to 34, with more people confirmed dead.

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  1. Japan earthquake death toll rises to 34

    A powerful earthquake hit southwestern Japan, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The death toll has risen to 34, with many more people still trapped under debris. Rescue efforts are underway, but hopes of finding survivors are dwindling. The earthquake has triggered over 100 aftershocks.

    What's confirmed:

    • The death toll from the earthquake has risen to 34.
    • Over 100 aftershocks have hit Japan after the powerful earthquake.
    • At least 23 people were initially reported dead in Kumamoto prefecture.
    • Soldiers and emergency workers are searching for trapped survivors in a badly damaged shopping mall and collapsed houses.
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