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Earthquake deaths, apartment fires: Why China’s ‘zero-COVID’ policy sparked historic protests

The Covid-19 pandemic that began nearly three years ago has tested many nuances of human behavior and endurance. And in these difficult times, the world has also witnessed many bizarre incidents and policies that often bordered on the violation of human rights. In India, for example, the sudden government-imposed lockdown led to a migrant worker …

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In a North Carolina community, mental health workers respond to 911 calls |  CNN

In a North Carolina community, mental health workers respond to 911 calls | CNN

CNN — In an emergency, everyone learns to call 911, an alert for firefighters, emergency medical services or the police. But what if the caller doesn’t need help due to a fire, accident or crime? As a recent caller to the 911 center in Durham, North Carolina said, “I feel a little dangerous to myself. …

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In a North Carolina community, mental health workers respond to 911 calls |  CNN

In a North Carolina community, mental health workers respond to 911 calls | CNN

CNN — In an emergency, everyone learns to call 911, an alert for firefighters, emergency medical services or the police. But what if the caller doesn’t need help due to a fire, accident or crime? As a recent caller to the 911 center in Durham, North Carolina said, “I feel a little dangerous to myself. …

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