New Zealand marks 14th anniversary of Christchurch quake that killed 185, including 28 Japanese

[Japan Today] - 02/22/2025

The New Zealand city of Christchurch on Saturday marked the 14th anniversary of the devastating 2011 earthquake that claimed 185 lives and injured thousands. Of the victims, 115…



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