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UPDATE: Bangladesh ferry collision death toll now 70

UPDATE: Bangladesh ferry collision death toll now 70

Voice America News reports that the death toll from a Bangladesh ferry collision has risen to at least 70 people, maritime officials said. About 50 people were rescued Sunday when the ferry collided with a cargo ship and sank on […]

by · February 24, 2015 · World News

Ferry Capsizes in Bangladesh, 48 Dead

DHAKA, Bangladesh—A river ferry carrying up to 140 passengers capsized in central Bangladesh on Sunday after being hit by a cargo vessel, killing at least 48 people, officials said. A rescue operation was underway, but it was not clear how […]

by · February 23, 2015 · News