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China quake kills nearly 10,000 in Sichuan province

CHENGDU, China (Reuters) - An earthquake devastated southwestern China, killing close to 10,000 people and trapping hundreds of others under schools, factories and houses while the worst-hit area was still cut off from rescuers on Tuesday.

POLITICS: Gulf Seen Between Democracy in Theory and Practice

WASHINGTON, May12 (IPS) - The basic democratic principle that "the will of the people should be the basis for the authority of government" is supported by overwhelming majorities throughout the world, according to a major new survey of more than 17,000 adults in 19 countries released here Monday.

'You Didn't Know When It Was Going To Stop:' Survivors Recall China Quake Terror That's Left 9,000 Dead

The 7.9 Richter shaker lasted only a few minutes. But its effects may be felt for years.

Tyson CFO to take Walgreen post

The chief financial officer of Tyson Foods Inc., Wade Miquelon, is leaving the company to take a similar job at Walgreen Co., the nation's largest retail pharmacy chain, according to an announcement Monday from Tyson Foods.

Beebe declares disaster in Arkansas, Phillips counties

Governor Beebe has declared Arkansas and Phillips counties as state disasters areas, after a tornado and severe storms swept through on Saturday.

First Mondays - Country Music Monday, hosted by the Rotary Club of Giddings, is held on the first Monday of each month at the Giddings Sons of Herman hall on Highway 77 south. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. and admission is $3.00 per person.

2nd Tuesday of each month - The Yoakum Rotary Club hosts the Country Music USA show. The show is at the Yoakum Community Center. Admission is $3.00 per person. A catered meal is served before the show. For more information go to www.cmusayoakum.org

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