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Myanmar’s powerful earthquake kills over 1,000 people, as death toll keeps climbing
- A 7.7 magnitude Earthquake in Myanmar has killed over 1,000 people, with the death toll expected to rise.
- An additional 2,376 individuals are injured, and 30 are missing.
- The quake, which struck midday Friday, was followed by strong aftershocks.
- In Thailand, the Earthquake resulted in six deaths, 26 injuries, and 47 missing persons.
- International aid, including rescue and relief teams, is being provided by several countries, including South Korea which is sending $2 million in aid.