aftershock
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When the time comes, these words from Ms. Antonetta will merit consideration: “Programs of euthanasia and sterilization don’t just live in the past, terrible but finished. Their aftershocks are terrible and here.”
Earthquakes: A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck the Imperial Valley late Saturday evening, followed by several aftershocks of similar magnitude, Fox40 reports.
From New York Times
Russian scientists said the quake was an aftershock from an earlier earthquake in April, Reuters reported.
From Washington Post
Investors wary of global stress should keep their eyes on Silicon Valley, as ructions in this major U.S. industry cause aftershocks in Europe and beyond.
From Reuters
At least two aftershocks, each of magnitude 2.6, were detected several minutes later.
From Los Angeles Times
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